Dodgers and Rockies Face Off in Weekend Series

Catch the action as the NL West rivals meet for a four-game set.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:15pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a baseball game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Colorado Rockies, with overlapping shapes and planes in vibrant blue, purple, and black colors representing the action on the field.The Dodgers and Rockies clash in an early-season NL West showdown, with both teams looking to gain an edge in the divisional race.Los Angeles Today

The Los Angeles Dodgers (14-4), coming off a three-game sweep of the New York Mets, will host the Colorado Rockies (7-12) for a four-game series starting Friday night. The Dodgers, leading the NL West, look to continue their hot start, while the Rockies aim to turn around their recent six-game losing skid.

Why it matters

This early-season matchup between division rivals could provide an early indication of how the NL West race might shape up. The Dodgers are the favorites to win the division, but the Rockies have shown potential in recent years and will be looking to pull off some upsets against the powerhouse Dodgers.

The details

The Dodgers are led by their star-studded lineup, including Mookie Betts, Cody Bellinger, and Trea Turner. The Rockies will counter with their own talented hitters like C.J. Cron and Kris Bryant, as they try to solve the Dodgers' deep pitching staff.

  • The series opener is on Friday, April 17, 2026.
  • The four-game set runs from April 17-20, 2026.

The players

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Dodgers are the defending NL West champions and one of the favorites to win the World Series this season.

Colorado Rockies

The Rockies are looking to bounce back from a recent six-game losing streak and challenge the Dodgers in the NL West.

Mookie Betts

The Dodgers' star outfielder and one of the best all-around players in baseball.

Cody Bellinger

The Dodgers' slugging first baseman and former NL MVP.

Trea Turner

The Dodgers' dynamic shortstop and one of the league's top all-around talents.

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What they’re saying

“This is a big series for us against a divisional opponent. We know the Rockies are capable of beating us, so we'll have to bring our 'A' game.”

— Dave Roberts, Dodgers Manager

“We're looking forward to the challenge of facing the Dodgers. They're the team to beat in the West, but we believe we can compete with them.”

— Bud Black, Rockies Manager

What’s next

The series will continue on Saturday, April 18, Sunday, April 19, and Monday, April 20, with the Dodgers and Rockies battling it out for NL West supremacy.

The takeaway

This early-season matchup between the Dodgers and Rockies could set the tone for the rest of the NL West race. The Dodgers are the favorites, but the Rockies have the talent to pull off some upsets and make things interesting in the division.