Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves • Sep 30, 2026

In a thrilling NL Wild Card Series matchup, the Philadelphia Phillies edged the Atlanta Braves 4-3, tying the series at one game apiece. Cristopher Sánchez gave the Phillies a solid start, going 6.2 innings with 6 strikeouts, while Tyler Mahle was impressive for Atlanta, tossing 7 innings and allowing only 1 run. The game featured a dramatic eighth inning where Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper both homered, and Alec Bohm's decisive homer in the 10th secured the victory for Philadelphia. Andrew Painter's strong relief performance ultimately sealed the win, setting the stage for an exciting continuation of the series.