Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves Results, Stats, and Recap
The Atlanta Braves defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 in Game 3 of the National League Wild Card Series. The win advances the Braves to the Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Why it matters
This victory marks a significant postseason milestone for the Braves, who had previously struggled against the Phillies in recent playoff series.
ATLANTA (AP) After hitting into two double plays during the Atlanta Braves' loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday, Michael Harris II was eager for an opportunity to make amends.
Harris hit a three-run homer in the first inning, Chris Sale came out of the bullpen on one day of rest to get the final four outs and the Braves beat the Phillies 6-2 on Thursday night in the decisive Game 3 of their National League Wild Card Series.
Surprise starter Ray Kerr threw 3 1/3 scoreless innings for Atlanta, and Ozzie Albies launched a two-run homer in the fourth. Matt Olson added a solo shot in the seventh as the Braves advanced to a best-of-five Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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