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- Ozzie Albies hit a two-run home run off Zack Wheeler, extending the Braves' lead to 5-0 in Game 3 of their wild-card series
- Ray Kerr pitched 3⅓ scoreless innings as the Braves' opener, earning a rousing ovation after retiring key Phillies batters including Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper
- Michael Harris II launched a solo home run to give the Braves an early 3-0 lead in the third inning
- Mauricio Dubón made a standout defensive play with a spin throw in the second inning, helping preserve the Braves' early advantage
- Matt Olson executed a sharp pickoff move at first base, contributing to the Braves' solid defensive performance through four innings
Why it matters: The Braves now hold a critical edge in a winner-take-all environment, having neutralized the Phillies’ offense and capitalized on timely hitting. With Atlanta’s bullpen stepping up behind an opener strategy, their path to the NLDS hinges on sustaining this momentum in what remains a best-of-three scenario despite other wild-card series ending in sweeps.
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