Phillies vs Braves Wild Card Series

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1. 30 Sep

   Atlanta grabbed the lead in the bottom of the seventh after Bryce Harper misplayed a fly ball from Drake Baldwin that put the Braves ahead by one.

   2 outlets · New York Post
2. 2 Oct

   Left-hander Chris Sale, the starter in Atlanta’s 5-3 win in Tuesday’s series opener, struck out Harper to end the eighth and closed out the win in the ninth by striking out Bryan De La Cruz and pinch-hitter Otto Kemp.

   2 outlets · The Guardian

Coverage 13 articles

• 2 Oct The drastic step Chris Sale took before dramatic relief appearance in Braves’ clincherChris Sale took an unexpected initiative during the Braves’ playoff series against the Phillies by volunteering to pitch in Game 3 despite manager Walt Weiss's original plans not to use him. Sale threw nine strikeouts over 6⅓ innings in Game 1 and then recorded the last four outs in relief on two days' rest, helping the Braves clinch the series. Manager Weiss praised Sale’s dedication and performance, noting that he…New York Post
• 2 Oct Braves may have to wait to see when 'warrior' Sale can start against Dodgers in NL Division SeriesWalt Weiss, manager of the Atlanta Braves, spoke about ace pitcher Chris Sale's remarkable performance during the Wild Card Series against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday night. Despite pitching only two days after his start in the series opener, Sale came out of the bullpen to record the final four outs, including striking out key Phillies hitters Bryce Harper and Bryan De La Cruz. Weiss praised Sale’s…Toronto Star
• 2 Oct Braves power past Phillies in Game 3 to book NLDS showdown with DodgersIn Game 3 of the National League wildcard series, Michael Harris II's three-run homer early in the game helped the Atlanta Braves defeat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Thursday night. The Braves' victory clinched their spot in the Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, marking the first time they have won a playoff series since winning the 2021 World Series. Ray Kerr pitched three scoreless innings to…The Guardian
• 1 Oct Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code FOXNEWS350: Bet $20, Get $350 on the Braves-Phillies Wild Card DeciderFanatics 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…Fox News
• 1 Oct Phillies vs. Braves Game 3 prediction: MLB playoffs best bets, picks for NL Wild CardThe article predicts that the Atlanta Braves will win Game 3 of their NL Wild Card playoff series against the Philadelphia Phillies at a betting line of -110, suggesting a bet on the Braves through Fanatics Sportsbook. It reviews how the Phillies managed to tie and eventually win Game 2 after trailing by three runs late into the game, thanks to home runs from Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. The piece is presented…New York Post
• 1 Oct Phillies vs. Braves Game 3 NL Wild Card props, picks: Aaron Nola offers experience and durabilityThe article discusses the Philadelphia Phillies' strategy for their Game 3 matchup against the Atlanta Braves in the National League Wild Card series. Aaron Nola, with extensive postseason experience, is set to start despite Zack Wheeler being an option; Nola threw only 21 pitches in his last appearance and is on regular rest. The piece highlights Nola's recent success against the Braves and his preference for using…New York Post
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• 1 Oct Phillies and Braves reach Wild Card Game 3 after two masterpiece contests no other series matchedThe Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves have reached a decisive Game 3 in their Wild Card Series after each winning one game earlier this week. Both teams delivered exceptional performances in Games 1 and 2, with no other series reaching three games. Tonight's matchup features Aaron Nola starting for the Phillies against an uncertain Atlanta starter likely to rely on their bullpen.Fox News
• 1 Oct MLB scores: Bohm's homer in 10th lifts Phillies over Braves to force decisive Game 3In the National League Wild Card Series on Wednesday, Alec Bohm hit a two-out home run in the 10th inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies to a 4-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves, forcing a decisive Game 3. The Phillies had overcome an early deficit with back-to-back homers from Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper in the seventh inning. Andrew Painter provided crucial relief, pitching three scoreless innings including…Toronto Star
• 1 Oct White Sox, Yankees advance to next round with sweeps as Munetaka Murakami provides quote of the yearOn Wednesday, the Chicago White Sox swept the Houston Astros in their Major League Baseball (MLB) wild card series with a decisive 4-0 victory, advancing to the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Guardians. During postgame celebrations, rookie star Munetaka Murakami delivered what might be considered the quote of the year when he said he felt "100" and later admitted he meant that he would likely…Fox News

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