Atlanta Braves defeat Philadelphia Phillies with late game rally in Philadelphia

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Atlanta Braves defeat Philadelphia Phillies with late game rally in Philadelphia
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The Atlanta Braves secured a 5-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on September 6, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park. Ronald Acuna Jr. contributed a game-tying home run during the contest, and Austin Riley recorded the decisive hit late in the game. Tyler Mahle pitched in the early innings, keeping the game close for the Braves in a high-stakes series. The victory adds to a recent stretch of wins for the Atlanta club. Separately, minor league pitcher J.R. Ritchie recorded 15 strikeouts in a start on September 6, marking a notable performance in the organization's farm system. Across the league, the San Diego Padres utilized early scoring to secure a win on September 6, while reports indicate Shohei Ohtani may not return to the mound for the remainder of the 2026 season due to injury concerns.

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  • Ronald Acuna Jr. hit a game-tying home run in the win against the Philadelphia Phillies.
  • Austin Riley provided the game-winning hit for the Atlanta Braves on September 6.
  • J.R. Ritchie struck out 15 batters in a minor league start on September 6.
  • Shohei Ohtani is unlikely to pitch again in the 2026 season due to injury.
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