The Philadelphia Phillies will aim to close out their National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves in Game 3. The decisive matchup is expected to feature Aaron Nola on the mound for Philadelphia, with Grant Holmes potentially starting for Atlanta.
The Phillies staged a remarkable comeback in Game 2 to avoid elimination. After trailing 3-1 entering the eighth inning, Philadelphia rallied with back-to-back home runs from Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper to tie the game. Alec Bohm then hit a walk-off home run in the 10th inning to secure a 4-3 victory and send the series to a deciding game.
Atlanta had held a 3-1 lead before the Phillies' late-inning surge. Braves pitcher Tyler Mahle had delivered a strong performance, allowing only one run over seven innings. However, the bullpen faltered, with reliever Dylan Lee giving up the crucial home runs that allowed Philadelphia to fight back.
This series has seen momentum swing dramatically, with the Phillies now looking to capitalize on their Game 2 victory to advance.
