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Fanatics Sportsbook is offering a promo code FOXNEWS350 for new users to get $350 in bonus funds by betting just $20 on the decisive Wild Card game between the Braves and Phillies, set for October 1, 2026. The series has seen dramatic moments, including Austin Riley's crucial home run in Game 1 that gave the Braves a late lead, and a thrilling Game 2 where Bryce Harper tied it with his own homer in the eighth inning before Alec Bohm won it for Philadelphia in the tenth.
Written locally by qwen2.5:14b on 2026-10-01,
using this article's own text rather than the other coverage of the
same event (that is the story summary below).
Story summary
The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves played two closely contested games in their National League Wild Card Series, with the Phillies forcing a decisive Game 3 after winning 4-3 on Wednesday in extra innings. In this game, Alec Bohm's home run in the tenth inning secured victory for the Phillies, who had earlier rallied from a 3-1 deficit with back-to-back homers by Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper. With momentum on their side, Philadelphia opted to start Aaron Nola, known for his durability and postseason experience, against an inexperienced Braves reliever Ray Kerr. Despite being the home team, odds makers are closely split on which team will win Game 3, reflecting the tight competition between these two rivals. Bettors can take advantage of promotions such as BetMGM's offer to receive up to $1,500 back in bonus bets if their initial wager does not succeed, valid for users in several US states including Arizona and Illinois. This deal aims to attract new gamblers while rewarding those supporting the Phillies' efforts to advance further in the playoffs.
Written for “Phillies vs Braves Wild Card Series” on 2026-10-05,
grounded in this article and the 12 other(s) covering the same event.
Only one MLB Wild Card series went the distance, and it is between two heavyweights: the Braves and Phillies.
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For tonight’s deciding game, Fanatics Sportsbook is offering promo code FOXNEWS350 for new users to earn $350 in bonus funds on a $20 bet.
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Game 1 went to the Braves, and it was a massive late-game homer that sent them over the top.
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After falling behind in the first inning, they tied the game in the second.
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It didn’t last long, as the Phillies took over in the top of the seventh.
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Phillies → last → seventh
In the bottom of the eighth, the Braves had to face the Phillies closer, Johan Duran, and Austin Riley launched a bomb over the fence to give them a 5-3 lead, which they closed out the next inning.
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Both teams kicked off the scoring in the first inning with some small ball.
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It was quiet for multiple innings before the bats broke out in the seventh inning.
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The Braves took a 3-1 lead after a misplay in the outfield by Bryce Harper.
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In the top of the inning, Kyle Schwarber hit one over the fence, and then Bryce Harper hit one right after to tie the game.
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Harper → hit → game
It was deadlocked at three until the tenth inning, when Alec Bohm hit a home run to give the Phillies the lead and the game.
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Bohm → deadlocke → lead
Game 3 is tonight, and if it is anything like the first two, you won’t want to miss this one.
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Fanatics Sportsbook has an offer you won’t want to miss either, with a $20 bet giving new users $350 in FanCash when using promo code FOXNEWS350.
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- Create a new account and complete account registration, KYC and exchange account verification.
- Once your account is verified, deposit at least $20 into your account.
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- Use promo code FOXNEWS350
- Place a $20 wager on tonight’s game
- Receive $350 in FanCash after your wager is graded.
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How to Watch Phillies vs Braves
- When: Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, at 8:00 ET
- Where: Truist Park, Atlanta, Georgia
- TV/Streaming: NBC/Peacock
Odds for Phillies vs Braves
*Odds are subject to change*
| Moneyline | Total | Run Line | |
| Phillies | -118 | O 7.5 (+100) | -1.5 (+144) |
| Braves | -102 | U 7.5 (-120) | +1.5 (-174) |
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