Maddon was upset after a call was overturned and Cubs catcher Willson Contreras was found in violation of Rule 7.13, which mandates catchers provide some sort of sliding lane for baserunners at home plate. The Dodgers scored a run on the play and won, 5-2, in the series opener.
| Date | Time | Matchup/Results | TV/Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gm 1 | Oct. 14 | LAD 5, CHC 2 | WATCH |
| Gm 2 | Oct. |