Hyun-Jin Ryu will start in the Dodgers' playoff opener

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu will start Game 1 of the National League Division Series on Thursday against the Atlanta Braves.

What It Means:

Early reports said Clayton Kershaw would get the start, but the future Hall of Famer will be on the hill in Game 2 instead.

Ryu had a 1.97 ERA, 3.00 FIP and 3.11 xFIP in 82 1/3 innings this year. The Braves were third in MLB in wRC+ against lefties this season (107), so it will not be the easiest of matchups for the southpaw.