MLB ● NL West Rivalry • Tuesday, Sept 22, 2026
Last updated: September 19, 2026

Padres vs Dodgers: Start Time, TV Channel & How to Watch

A marquee National League West showdown arrives at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, as the San Diego Padres visit the division-leading Los Angeles Dodgers. Scheduled for a 10:10 PM ET / 7:10 PM PT first pitch, this rivalry matchup is televised nationally on TBS (out-of-market) and HBO Max, with dedicated local regional coverage on SportsNet LA and Padres.TV.

Game Quick Facts Major League Baseball • NL West Series Opener
Matchup
San Diego Padres at Los Angeles Dodgers
Date & Scheduled First Pitch
Tuesday, Sept 22, 2026 • 10:10 PM ET
Venue
UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium
Location
Los Angeles, California
Away Team
San Diego Padres (85-69, NL West)
Home Team
Los Angeles Dodgers (94-60, NL West)
National Broadcaster
TBS / HBO Max (Out-of-Market Only)
Local Broadcasters
SportsNet LA (LAD) • Padres.TV (SD)
Verified rights holder distribution • In-market regional rules apply

Padres vs Dodgers Start Time

First pitch for Tuesday, September 22, 2026, is officially scheduled for 10:10 PM Eastern Time. Because the contest takes place at Dodger Stadium in Southern California, 7:10 PM Pacific Time represents the local stadium start time.

Time Zone Scheduled First Pitch Broadcast Designation Local Stadium Reference
Eastern Time (ET) 10:10 PM (22:10) TBS / Max (Out-of-Market) Eastern Broadcast Window
Central Time (CT) 9:10 PM (21:10) TBS / Max (Out-of-Market) Central Broadcast Window
Mountain Time (MT) 8:10 PM (20:10) TBS / Max (Out-of-Market) Mountain Broadcast Window
Pacific Time (PT) 7:10 PM (19:10) SportsNet LA / Padres.TV / TBS* Local Stadium Game Time

*Note: In the Pacific time zone, viewers within the designated Dodgers and Padres home broadcast territories are subject to local regional broadcast rights.

What Channel Is Padres vs Dodgers On?

Television and streaming distribution for Padres at Dodgers on September 22, 2026, involves both national and regional networks:

  • TBS (National Telecast — Out-of-Market Only): Major League Baseball explicitly designates the TBS telecast as out-of-market only. This means fans residing outside the primary home television territories of Los Angeles and San Diego can watch the game nationally on TBS.
  • HBO Max (National Streaming): Warner Bros. Discovery simulcasts the TBS broadcast on HBO Max through the B/R Sports Add-on for eligible out-of-market subscribers.
  • SportsNet LA (Dodgers Local Market): In the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area, Southern California, Las Vegas, and Hawaii territories, the primary live television broadcast is produced and aired on SportsNet LA.
  • Padres.TV (Padres Local Market): In San Diego County and designated Padres broadcast territories, live coverage is provided by Padres.TV, produced by Major League Baseball and available through local cable/satellite distribution partners and the Padres.TV direct-to-consumer streaming subscription.

How to Watch Padres vs Dodgers

Depending on your physical location and cable/streaming setup, there are several verified, legal ways to watch:

Out-of-Market Streaming & Television

Fans outside the Southern California regional broadcast territories can access the TBS broadcast through:

  • HBO Max: Stream live via the B/R Sports Add-on across smart TVs, streaming media players, game consoles, and the Max mobile app.
  • Live TV Streaming Services Carrying TBS:
    • YouTube TV: Base Plan includes TBS, cloud DVR, and multi-device streaming.
    • Hulu + Live TV: Core channel tier carries TBS along with access to Disney+ and ESPN+.
    • DirecTV Stream: Entertainment package and higher tiers include TBS with unlimited cloud DVR.
    • Sling TV: Both the Sling Orange and Sling Blue packages carry TBS at an affordable monthly entry point.
  • TBS App / TBS.com: Authenticate with participating traditional cable, satellite, or telco TV provider credentials to watch the live feed.

In-Market Southern California Broadcasts

Viewers residing within the local team markets must access their designated regional rights holders:

  • Dodgers Fans: Tune in to SportsNet LA via Spectrum cable or authenticated satellite/telco providers, or stream through the authenticated Spectrum SportsNet LA app.
  • Padres Fans: Watch via local television partners carrying Padres.TV, or stream live on the MLB app with an active Padres.TV direct-to-consumer streaming subscription (no cable required).

Probable Pitchers

Starting Pitcher Notice (TBD):

Probable starters have not yet been officially announced by Major League Baseball, the San Diego Padres, or the Los Angeles Dodgers for the September 22 series opener. Both clubs list their starting pitchers as TBD (To Be Determined). Official pitching confirmations are announced by team managers following the completion of preceding weekend series games.

Padres vs Dodgers Matchup

Late-September baseball between San Diego and Los Angeles always delivers high drama, especially with postseason positioning on the line:

  • Los Angeles Dodgers (94-60, 1st in NL West): (Record verified as of September 19, 2026). The Dodgers hold the top spot in the National League West division, propelled by a star-studded lineup and deep pitching staff. Los Angeles is actively seeking to clinch the division crown and secure home-field advantage through October.
  • San Diego Padres (85-69, 2nd in NL West): (Record verified as of September 19, 2026). The Padres enter Dodger Stadium positioned firmly in the National League Wild Card race. Known for aggressive baserunning, clutch situational hitting, and elite bullpen arms, San Diego aims to make a statement against their division rivals in this three-game set.

Note: Team records are current as of September 19, 2026. Upcoming weekend games preceding Tuesday's opener will adjust both clubs' records.

Series Context: Game 1 of 3

This Tuesday, September 22 contest marks the first game of a critical three-game regular-season series between San Diego and Los Angeles at Dodger Stadium:

  • Game 1: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 • 10:10 PM ET / 7:10 PM PT (This Page)
  • Game 2: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 • 10:10 PM ET / 7:10 PM PT (Separate Event)
  • Game 3: Thursday, September 24, 2026 • 10:10 PM ET / 7:10 PM PT (Series Finale)

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Where Is Padres vs Dodgers Being Played?

The game is taking place at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Opened in 1962 in the scenic hills of Chavez Ravine, Dodger Stadium is the third-oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball and boasts a seating capacity of 56,000 passionate baseball fans. The Los Angeles Dodgers are the designated home team, while the San Diego Padres are the visiting away team.

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❓ Padres vs Dodgers Frequently Asked Questions

First pitch is scheduled for Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 10:10 PM Eastern Time (9:10 PM CT / 8:10 PM MT / 7:10 PM PT local stadium time at Dodger Stadium).

Padres vs Dodgers is televised nationally on TBS (designated out-of-market only by MLB) and streaming on HBO Max via the B/R Sports Add-on. In local broadcast territories, the game is televised on SportsNet LA for Dodgers market viewers and Padres.TV for San Diego market viewers.

Yes, TBS carries the national television broadcast, but Major League Baseball designates this telecast as out-of-market only. Local market viewers in Southern California are subject to regional territorial rights and receive coverage on SportsNet LA or Padres.TV.

Yes, eligible out-of-market subscribers can stream the live TBS broadcast on HBO Max with the B/R Sports Add-on on supported smart TVs, streaming media players, computers, and mobile devices.

Out-of-market viewers can watch on TBS through cable/satellite or live-TV streaming platforms (YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream, Sling TV), or stream via HBO Max. In-market viewers in Southern California can tune into SportsNet LA (Dodgers territory) or stream via Padres.TV (Padres territory).

The game is being played at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California, with the Los Angeles Dodgers hosting the visiting San Diego Padres.

This matchup takes place on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, serving as the opening game of a three-game National League West series.