Los Angeles has solidified its status as the heart of baseball, with the LA Dodgers aiming for a historic third consecutive World Series title after winning championships in 2024 and 2025. This weekend, the Dodgers will kick off their postseason journey in front of a packed crowd at Dodger Stadium, one of baseball's most iconic venues, which has recently hosted celebrities and even will host baseball during the 2028 Olympics.

After securing a bye in the first round, the Dodgers are set to face the Atlanta Braves in the National League Division Series, part of an exciting MLB double-header on the BBC. The action begins with the Chicago White Sox taking on the Cleveland Guardians at 18:00 BST, followed by the Dodgers at 21:00 BST.

Dodger Stadium, opened in 1962, boasts a capacity of 56,000 and has become a hot spot for fans, with attendance exceeding four million over the past two years. This season, they set a franchise record with 4,034,219 fans, averaging 49,805 per game. The addition of stars like Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto has also bolstered their fanbase, particularly among Japanese tourists.

Hollywood A-listers such as Brad Pitt, Will Ferrell, and Justin Bieber have made appearances, while sports icons like LeBron James and Justin Herbert also showed their support during last year's World Series. As the Dodgers prepare for their playoff games, the excitement surrounding the franchise continues to grow.

With a remarkable 100-62 regular season record, the Dodgers secured the second seed in the National League, trailing only the Milwaukee Brewers. Despite their success, the Dodgers remain focused on the present, aiming to fulfill fans' dreams of a three-peat. Sports director Pierre Ducrey noted the passionate fanbase and the rich tradition of baseball in Los Angeles, emphasizing the Dodgers' significance in the sports culture of the city.