Austin Riley hits three-run homer as Braves lead Phillies in Wild Card

Austin Riley of the Atlanta Braves launched a three-run homer in the eighth inning, helping the team to a 5-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on September 29, 2026. Starting pitcher Chris Sale recorded nine strikeouts and allowed three earned runs over 6.1 innings. The Braves struggled offensively until late in the game, when a single by Michael Harris II and a hit by pitch set the stage for Riley's pivotal homer. The Braves aim to sweep the best-of-three series in Game 2 scheduled for Wednesday afternoon at Truist Park.

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