MLB Playoff Games on TV Today (Thursday, Oct. 21)

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The NLCS could come to an end on Thursday

At last, we have a team on the verge of a World Series berth. After scoring a playoff-high nine runs on Wednesday, the Braves have a chance to reach the Fall Classic for the first time since 1999 with a win on Thursday.

So if you're wondering "What baseball playoff games are on today?" know this: There is one game scheduled for today, Thursday, Oct. 21.

Note: All times are ET. Times and broadcast outlets are subject to change.

MLB Playoff Games on TV Today

Atlanta Braves vs. Los Angeles Dodgers, 8:08 p.m. on TBS
NLCS Game 5, Braves lead 3-1
ATL: LHP Max Fried (1-0, 1.50 ERA)
LAD: TBD

The Dodgers came back from down 3-1 to the Braves in last season's NLCS, so will history repeat itself? Things will be a little trickier with Atlanta holding home-field advantage. Los Angeles will have to start by winning a bullpen game in Game 5 with third baseman Justin Turner also out with a hamstring injury.