The Dodgers and Giants always matter, but Friday night’s game at Dodger Stadium carries extra weight. Clayton Kershaw announced he’s retiring at the end of this season, making this his final guaranteed home start for Los Angeles fans.
It’s not just about sentiment, though. Kershaw (10-2, 3.53 ERA) and the Dodgers are fighting off San Diego for their fourth straight NL West crown — and 12th in 13 years. There’s even an outside chance they could lock up a first-round bye.
The Giants entered the season as sellers at the deadline, but they’re very much alive in the Wild Card race. Every game matters now for San Francisco, and they can’t afford to drop another series after losing back-to-back sets at the worst possible time.
The Giants need more from Rafael Devers, who’s struggled in September after tearing it up in August. That’s the kind of timing that kills Wild Card hopes.
How to Watch Dodgers vs Giants
You won’t find this one on broadcast TV. Apple TV+ has the exclusive as part of their “Friday Night Baseball” package this season.
Apple TV+ runs $12.99 per month in the U.S. and $14.99 in Canada. The app works on most smart TVs, streaming devices, and gaming consoles.
Game Time and Schedule
- Date: Friday, Sept. 19
- Time: 10:10 p.m. ET | 7:10 p.m. PT
- Location: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
This is game two of a four-game series between these division rivals.
Here’s what’s left on the Dodgers’ regular season schedule:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 20 | vs. Giants | 9:10 p.m. |
| Sept. 21 | vs. Giants | 4:10 p.m. |
| Sept. 23 | at Diamondbacks | 9:40 p.m. |
| Sept. 24 | at Diamondbacks | 9:40 p.m. |
| Sept. 25 | at Diamondbacks | 3:40 p.m. |
| Sept. 26 | at Mariners | 9:40 p.m. |
| Sept. 27 | at Mariners | 9:40 p.m. |
| Sept. 28 | at Mariners | 3:10 p.m. |
The Giants’ remaining games:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 20 | at Dodgers | 9:10 p.m. |
| Sept. 21 | at Dodgers | 4:10 p.m. |
| Sept. 22 | vs. Cardinals | 9:45 p.m. |
| Sept. 23 | vs. Cardinals | 9:45 p.m. |
| Sept. 24 | vs. Cardinals | 9:45 p.m. |
| Sept. 26 | vs. Rockies | 10:15 p.m. |
| Sept. 27 | vs. Rockies | 4:05 p.m. |
| Sept. 28 | vs. Rockies | 3:05 p.m. |
With playoff rotations always shifting, this might be the last time Kershaw takes the mound at Chavez Ravine. That’s reason enough to tune in, even if you’re not rooting for either team.
