Atlanta Braves continue postseason series against Philadelphia Phillies in NL Wild Card
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The Atlanta Braves are competing against the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Wild Card Series, with Game 3 taking place on October 1, 2026. Despite the urgency felt by fans and analysts, Braves manager Walt Weiss has been criticized for not using top pitchers effectively. Weiss indicated that pitching options will be more rested for upcoming games, with Chris Sale expected to start in Game 2. The Braves face pressure to utilize their best talents as they advance in the postseason.
- •Braves celebrate Game 3 victory over Phillies on October 1, 2026.
- •Criticism arises over pitching strategies in postseason games.
- •Chris Sale's performance is pivotal for upcoming matchups.
- •Walt Weiss discusses managing pitcher workload carefully.
- •Postseason decisions could impact Braves' future player usage.
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