How to Watch Dodgers vs. Brewers in the 2026 NLCS on DIRECTV: Schedule, Channels and Streaming
The Milwaukee Brewers lead the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-0 in the 2026 National League Championship Series, and Game 3 is Wednesday, October 14, at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT) on FS1 from Dodger Stadium. On DIRECTV, FS1 is channel 219, as of Oct. 13, 2026. Games 3 through 6 are on FS1, and Game 7, if needed, is on FOX and FS1. Spanish-language coverage is on FOX Deportes, channel 465, and every game streams in the FOX One app.
Milwaukee won Game 1 on Sunday night, 2-1, as Brice Turang homered off Tarik Skubal to tie it in the fourth and Luis Lara's RBI single put the Brewers ahead in the fifth. The Brewers took Game 2 on Monday, 7-4, behind three RBIs from William Contreras, including a solo homer, and two insurance runs in the eighth. MLB lists Robert Gasser as Milwaukee's Game 3 starter; the Dodgers had not named theirs as of October 13.
The Brewers are the National League's top seed, so Milwaukee hosted Games 1 and 2 and would host Games 6 and 7 if needed. Games 3, 4 and 5 are at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.
2026 NLCS schedule, results and DIRECTV channels
Schedule and results from MLB as of October 13, 2026. Times are Eastern; Pacific time is three hours earlier. MLB says game times are subject to change. * If necessary.
| Game | Date | Matchup | Time (ET) or result | TV (DIRECTV channel) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun., Oct. 11 | Dodgers at Brewers | Final: Brewers 2, Dodgers 1 | FOX (local) |
| 2 | Mon., Oct. 12 | Dodgers at Brewers | Final: Brewers 7, Dodgers 4 | FOX (local) |
| 3 | Wed., Oct. 14 | Brewers at Dodgers | 8 p.m. | FS1 (219) |
| 4 | Thu., Oct. 15 | Brewers at Dodgers | 9 p.m. | FS1 (219) |
| 5* | Fri., Oct. 16 | Brewers at Dodgers | 9 p.m. | FS1 (219) |
| 6* | Sun., Oct. 18 | Dodgers at Brewers | 8 p.m. | FS1 (219) |
| 7* | Mon., Oct. 19 | Dodgers at Brewers | 8 p.m. | FOX (local) and FS1 (219) |
Every game also airs in Spanish on FOX Deportes (465) and streams on FOX One. The winner faces the American League champion, either the Guardians or the Rays, in the World Series, which starts Friday, October 23, on FOX.
Where to find each NLCS channel on DIRECTV
DIRECTV channel numbers as of Oct. 13, 2026.
| Network | DIRECTV channel | Which DIRECTV customers get it |
|---|---|---|
| FS1 | 219 | ENTERTAINMENT package and up; carries Games 3 through 7 |
| FOX | Your local FOX station (varies by market) | Packages with local channels, where locals are available; carries Game 7 if needed |
| FOX Deportes (Spanish) | 465 | Spanish-language packages or a Spanish-language add-on |
| FOX One (streaming) | App | DIRECTV has said FOX One is included with qualifying plans through TV-provider sign-in |
Games 3 through 6 are on FS1 only, so a package with your local FOX station but no FS1 would miss most of the rest of the series. Press Guide and search “NLCS,” “Dodgers” or “Brewers” to find a game fast, and see what channel FS1 is on DIRECTV. For a possible Game 7 on FOX, see how to add or remove local channels on DIRECTV and what channel FOX is in your area.
Streaming the NLCS with DIRECTV
- DIRECTV app: watch FS1 and your local FOX station live on a phone, tablet or streaming device.
- FOX One: streams FOX, FS1 and FOX Deportes. See whether FOX One is free with DIRECTV.
- MLB.TV: MLB says postseason games are available on MLB.TV in the U.S. when you sign in with a participating pay-TV provider.
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How the Dodgers and Brewers got here
- Brewers: Milwaukee won 103 games, the most in the National League, then beat the Padres 3-1 in the Division Series, finishing it with a 3-1 win in San Diego on October 7. See Padres vs. Brewers in the NLDS.
- Dodgers: the two-time defending World Series champions won 100 games and beat the Braves 3-1 in the Division Series, clinching with a 4-1 win in Atlanta on October 7. It's their third straight trip to the NLCS. See Dodgers vs. Braves in the NLDS.
- Rematch: this is the third NLCS between these teams. Los Angeles won in seven games in 2018 and swept Milwaukee last year. The Brewers haven't reached the World Series since 1982.
Our 2026 NLCS hub and MLB on DIRECTV guide cover the rest of the postseason, and the American League side is in our 2026 ALCS guide.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is the Dodgers-Brewers NLCS on DIRECTV?
Games 3 through 6 are on FS1, channel 219 on DIRECTV as of Oct. 13, 2026, and Game 7 (if needed) is on FOX and FS1. Games 1 and 2 aired on FOX. Spanish-language coverage is on FOX Deportes, channel 465.
When is NLCS Game 3?
Game 3 is Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT) on FS1 from Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. The Brewers lead the series 2-0.
Where are the NLCS games played?
Games 1 and 2 were in Milwaukee, and Games 6 and 7 would be there if needed. Games 3, 4 and 5 (if needed) are at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.
Can I stream the NLCS with DIRECTV?
Yes. The DIRECTV app streams FS1 and your local FOX station, and DIRECTV has said FOX One is included with qualifying plans. MLB.TV also carries postseason games when you sign in with a participating TV provider.
Have the Dodgers and Brewers met in the NLCS before?
Yes. The Dodgers beat the Brewers in seven games in the 2018 NLCS and swept them in the 2025 NLCS. This is their third NLCS meeting.
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Details reviewed October 13, 2026. Game times, network assignments and pitching plans are set by MLB, FOX and the teams and may change. Channel lineups and package availability vary by address. MLB, FOX, FS1, FOX Deportes, FOX One, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.