Phillies vs. Braves NL Wild Card Series Game 3 FAQ (8 ET, NBC/Peacock) - MLB.com
The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves are set for a decisive Game 3 in their National League Wild Card Series. The winner will advance to the NLDS to face the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Why it matters
This game determines which team continues their postseason run, impacting the bracket for the remainder of the MLB playoffs.
ATLANTA – After the Braves stunned the Phillies with their come-from-behind win in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series, Philadelphia returned the favor in Game 2 .
In a series that is shaping up to be another instant classic between the bitter NL East rivals, it now all comes down to Game 3 on Thursday. A Phillies win would set up an NLDS rematch from last year against the Dodgers, while the Braves hope to punch their ticket to the NLDS for the first time since 2023 .
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