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MLB News / Battery Power / October 1
The Braves let it fly and eliminate the Phillies to advance to the NLDS, 6-2 
This was an absolutely unreal baseball contest. I don’t have the right words. A sold-out crowd and the home Friday red uniforms energized a Braves squad on the brink of elimination, and the boys delivered some Truist Park magic to begin October baseball.
Joey Votto News / Larry Brown Sports / October 1
Joey Votto clowned for his laughably bad call during Braves-Phillies Game 3
Joey Votto called his shot on live television and it blew up in his face. The former Cincinnati Reds great was part of Thursday’s Wild Card Game 3 broadcast between the Atlanta Braves and the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1
Braves’ Ozzie Albies adds to Phillies’ pain with monster 2-run HR
Philadelphia Phillies manager Don Mattingly was getting lambasted for starting Aaron Nola over Zack Wheeler in Thursday’s do-or-die National League Wild Card clash, but it turns out the Atlanta Braves are capable of punishing anyone on this night.
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / October 1
Ray Kerr shines in biggest outing of MLB career as Braves advance to NLDS
The Major League Baseball postseason often puts players in situations that they aren't familiar with, and that was the case Thursday night for Atlanta Braves left-hander Ray Kerr.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
MLB News / Battery Power / October 1
Braves-Phillies Wild Card Game 3 Chat and Discussion: Ray Kerr vs. Aaron Nola
Hello, October. We would like more Braves games this month. The Braves will don the Friday home red uniforms tonight in order to bring those dominant vibes to this Wild Card series finale.
Atlanta Braves News / Battery Power / October 1
With everything on the line, Braves keep perspective and stay focused ahead of Game 3 of Wild Card Series
So, here we are. One team is going to be having a champagne shower and booking a flight to Los Angeles for the National League Divisional Series and one team will have to face the cold, dark (and in this case, uncertain) offseason having to deal with the extra sting of having been eliminated by a divisional rival.
Dominic Smith News / Battery Power / October 1
Dominic Smith at DH, Mauricio Dubón at shortstop for the Braves in Wild Card Game 3
The Atlanta Braves, after failing to secure the Wild Card series sweep yesterday afternoon to eliminate their division rival Philadelphia Phillies, are looking to save their season and advance.
Atlanta Braves News / Viral Sports News / October 1
Braves Lose Pitcher to Free Agency During MLB Playoffs
Elieser Hernandez is a free agent again, a familiar ending to another brief stay with the Atlanta Braves. The right-hander elected free agency after the club designated him for assignment ahead of its Wild Card series against the Philadelphia Phillies, according to his MLB.com transaction tracker.
Ray Kerr News / SportsTalkATL / October 1
Braves going with an opener to start Game 3 against Phillies
According to Braves beat reporter Mark Bowman, Atlanta is turning to Ray Kerr to open Thursday night’s winner-take-all Game 3 against the Phillies. Coming off injury, Kerr didn’t get a lot of work this season, only tossing 18.1 innings.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1
Braves could get big outfield boost if they reach NLDS
The Atlanta Braves’ current focus is on winning Game 3 of their National League Wild Card Series against the Philadelphia Phillies and clinching a spot in the NLDS.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / October 1
Braves vs. Phillies Wild Card Series Game 3: Who Advances to NLDS?
With a 4-3 come-from-behind win over the Atlanta Braves in Game 2 of the National League wild card series, the Philadelphia Phillies kept their season alive after a heartbreaking loss in Game 1.
Elieser Hernandez News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 1
Elieser Hernandez Elects Free Agency
Right-hander Elieser Hernandez is back on the open market, according to his MLB.com transaction tracker. The Braves designated the veteran reliever for assignment ahead of their Wild Card matchup against the Phillies.
Tyler Mahle News / Athlon Sports / October 1
Tyler Mahle Battled Through Injury During Braves Loss
Tyler Mahle nearly did not make his start for the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday. The right-hander felt an abdominal pull while warming up before Game 2 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 1
Who is to blame for the Braves collapse in Game 2?
This one has the potential to sting for a long time. The Atlanta Braves had the world at their fingertips. Coming off a thrilling victory in Game 1, Tyler Mahle tossed a gem, allowing just one run — which came in the first inning — over seven innings.
'Seriously Messed Up' - MLB Ripped For Thursday's Playoff Schedule
We’ll have playoff baseball on Thursday, we just don’t know when it’ll be just yet. Major League Baseball announced on Wednesday evening that Game 3 of the Atlanta Braves vs.
Atlanta Braves News / EssentiallySports / September 30
Braves Star Takes Brutal Blow to Face From Phillies’ $300M Star as Atlanta Takes Game 1
The Atlanta Braves take Game 1 of the Wild Card series 5-3 and edge closer to the NLDS. But it wasn’t a smooth night for Atlanta, especially for Ha-Seong Kim, who played his first postseason game since 2022 and had to take a hit in the face by a $300 million Phillies star.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29
Austin Riley's biggest swing of the season powers Braves to crucial Game 1 win vs. Phillies
Riley delivered his biggest swing in quite some time in Atlanta's 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1.
Atlanta Braves News / The Lead / September 29
The Braves’ Pitching Staff Will Carry Them Into October
A familiar foe returns for Braves fans as the Phillies head back into town Tuesday for the National League Wild Card Series. The first round of the postseason has been a thorn in the Braves’ side, ending their season in each of the last two times they made the playoffs, but this team is different from those previous teams.
Sean Murphy News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Walt Weiss Announces Sean Murphy Plan After Removal From Braves Lineup
The Atlanta Braves will face off against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Truist Park. Braves manager Walt Weiss has shared how he plans to use catcher Sean Murphy ahead of Game 1.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Walt Weiss confirmed Bryce Elder, Lane Thomas and Martin Perez are all unavailable for the wild card series, with no timelines given for any of the three
The Atlanta Braves will begin their postseason run without three players who had been dealing with injuries late in the regular season. Manager Walt Weiss confirmed that Bryce Elder, Lane Thomas and Martín Pérez are all unavailable for the National League Wild Card Series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29
Braves To Select Rowdy Tellez, Luke Williams
The Braves announced their roster for the 2026 NL Wild Card round of postseason play this morning, and it included a pair of non-roster infielders: Rowdy Tellez and Luke Williams.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 28
Latest updates on several injured Atlanta Braves
The Braves suffered a number of critical injuries down the stretch — two to the rotation and one to the outfield. Bryce Elder hit the Injured List at the beginning of the month with a knee injury — one that required a minor surgery.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Phillies vs. Braves: Breaking down the 2026 season series
The familiar NL East foes will clash to open the playoffs.
Martin Perez News / Yardbarker / September 24
Braves losing key left-hander ahead of postseason play
Martin Perez had figured to start Game 3 of Atlanta's likely National League wild-card series, but that is now not a possibility after an announcement on Thursday.
Robert Suarez News / Yardbarker / September 23
Robert Suarez could be an X factor for Braves headed into postseason
Suarez had been out of action since mid-June while dealing with elbow/forearm inflammation.
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