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Oct 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrate after first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) hit a walk off home run against the Toronto Blue Jays in the eighteenth inning during game three of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium<\/a>. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images<\/p>\nThe regular season can become a slog for both fans and players, as it spans 162 games, but there are some marquee matchups that fans can\u2019t miss and special nights when a player is celebrated with a specific giveaway.<\/p>\n
Here are just 10 games fans cannot miss during the 2026 season:<\/p>\n
March 27 vs. D-Backs: World Series Ring Ceremony<\/p>\n
Dodgers fans have gotten used to ring ceremonies, but they never lose their luster. This time, Kershaw will be making his return<\/a> for the night to get his well-deserved third World Series ring.<\/p>\n The Dodgers go all-out for their celebrations, and this promises to be no exception. Also, this should be a game filled with runs from the Dodgers and a nice, easy win.<\/p>\n March 31 vs. Guardians: Yoshi Bobblehead<\/p>\n Promotions are rarely so perfect, but the Dodgers and Nintendo killed the Yoshi Bobblehead night<\/a>. The rollout was amazing, with videos referencing Yoshinobu Yamamoto, whose nickname is \u201cYoshi.\u201d<\/p>\n It is expected to resell for a lot of money and will be a great keepsake for all fans. Much like the D-Backs, the Guardians should not pose too much of a threat to the Dodgers, making it likely that they walk away with a win.<\/p>\n April 13 vs. Mets: Hello Kitty Hoodie<\/p>\n How about Edwin Diaz facing off against his old team, getting a Hello Kitty Hoodie<\/a>, and scouting a potential contender for the Dodgers to face in the postseason, all in one ticket?<\/p>\n The Mets spent big this offseason, though they lost Diaz to the Dodgers. All of their moves have them in contention, and this could be the continuation of the rivalry.<\/p>\n April 24 vs. Cubs: Kyle Tucker\u2019s return + Date Night Blanket<\/p>\n Other than Diaz, Tucker was the other big fish to land in Los Angeles. He left the Chicago Cubs, who could not really afford him, for the Dodgers in a massive signing.<\/p>\n This will be one of his first games against his former team, and the Dodgers may face Michael Conforto<\/a>, whose season-long slump in 2025 drew the ire of fans.<\/p>\n As a travel perk, fans will get a nifty blanket to share with loved ones.<\/p>\n May 29 vs. Phillies: Title Contender + Alex Vesia Bobblehead<\/p>\n The Phillies were arguably the best team to take down the Dodgers on paper. They were the favorites to win the series, but they faltered. However, they are keeping most of their roster and should be looking to avenge their 2026 loss.<\/p>\n Also, considering all the personal challenges Vesia faced in 2025, it will be nice to celebrate such a fan-favorite and exuberant personality.<\/p>\n June 20 vs. Orioles: Shaq Bobblehead + Sneaky contender<\/p>\n The Baltimore Orioles did something they don\u2019t really do often \u2014 spend money. They managed to land Pete Alonso, and with a healthy squad, they are expected to factor into the AL East race.<\/p>\n The Orioles played the Dodgers tough last year, and in 2026, that should remain the case. Additionally, fans get a Shaquille O\u2019Neal bobblehead in a Lakers crossover, which they should expect more of in the coming years.<\/p>\n July 4 vs. Padres: Rivalry<\/p>\n The Padres are the little brother to the Dodgers, but there is definitely a rivalry. Dodgers fans always get up when the Padres roll up, and so do the San Diego players \u2014 making these series must-see.<\/p>\n July 31 vs. Red Sox: Kyle Tucker Bobblehead<\/p>\n The AL East is loaded once again in 2026, and the Red Sox are looking quite mighty. The Dodgers could be facing them in the World Series come late October if everything goes right for Boston, making this game all the more interesting.<\/p>\n
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