Austin Riley hits three-run homer in Braves' Wild Card Series win over Phillies
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Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Austin Riley delivered a crucial three-run home run in the eighth inning, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 5-3 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on September 29, 2026. The Braves now sit one win away from advancing to the National League Division Series. Following the game, Riley shared his emotions, emphasizing his commitment to his team and city amid a challenging regular season, where he posted a batting average of.219. Left-hander Chris Sale pitched for Atlanta, allowing three earned runs over 6.1 innings. Jesús Luzardo started for Philadelphia, giving up only one run in five innings.
- •Riley's homer came in the eighth inning, changing the game's momentum.
- •Braves trail 3-2 before Riley's clutch hit put them ahead.
- •Chris Sale struck out nine, allowing three earned runs.
- •The Braves only need one more win to progress in the playoffs.
- •Game 2 of the series will determine if the Braves advance.
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Braves news: Walt Weiss gets honest on Austin Riley saving Atlanta vs. Phillies
- 2:38 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies news: Bryce Harper says quiet part out loud about Austin Riley's clutch Game 1 HR
- 1:31 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves’ Austin Riley Makes Statement After Clutch Moment in Phillies Game
- 1:31 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves’ Austin Riley Drops Honest Quote After Clutch Moment in Phillies Game
"After coming up short against the Atlanta Braves in surprising fashion, with Austin Riley flipping the script with a three-run homer in the eighth to take the 1-0 lead, Bryce Harper was left crestfallen in the Philadelphia Phillies clubhouse. Discussing the shocking loss and what it means for the Phillies’ World Series chances , Harper noted it was […] The post Phillies news: Bryce Harper says quiet part out loud about Austin Riley's clutch Game 1 HR appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss praised Austin Riley after the third baseman delivered the decisive swing in a 5-3 Game 1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Wild Card Series. Riley entered the postseason after a tough regular season, batting .219 with 19 home runs, 72 RBI and a franchise-record 201 strikeouts across 159 […] The post Braves news: Walt Weiss gets honest on Austin Riley saving Atlanta vs. Phillies appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley made a statement after his clutch moment in Tuesday's win over the Phillies. The post Atlanta Braves’ Austin Riley Drops Honest Quote After Clutch Moment in Phillies Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 30, 2026, 2:39 AMBraves news: Walt Weiss gets honest on Austin Riley saving Atlanta vs. Phillies
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss praised Austin Riley after the third baseman delivered the decisive swing in a 5-3 Game 1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Wild Card Series. Riley entered the postseason after a tough regular season, batting .219 with 19 home runs, 72 RBI and a franchise-record 201 strikeouts across 159 […] The post Braves news: Walt Weiss gets honest on Austin Riley saving Atlanta vs. Phillies appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 30, 2026, 2:38 AMPhillies news: Bryce Harper says quiet part out loud about Austin Riley's clutch Game 1 HR
After coming up short against the Atlanta Braves in surprising fashion, with Austin Riley flipping the script with a three-run homer in the eighth to take the 1-0 lead, Bryce Harper was left crestfallen in the Philadelphia Phillies clubhouse. Discussing the shocking loss and what it means for the Phillies’ World Series chances , Harper noted it was […] The post Phillies news: Bryce Harper says quiet part out loud about Austin Riley's clutch Game 1 HR appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 30, 2026, 1:31 AMAtlanta Braves’ Austin Riley Makes Statement After Clutch Moment in Phillies Game
Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley made a statement after his clutch moment in Tuesday's win over the Phillies. The post Atlanta Braves’ Austin Riley Makes Statement After Clutch Moment in Phillies Game appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 30, 2026, 1:31 AMAtlanta Braves’ Austin Riley Drops Honest Quote After Clutch Moment in Phillies Game
Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley made a statement after his clutch moment in Tuesday's win over the Phillies. The post Atlanta Braves’ Austin Riley Drops Honest Quote After Clutch Moment in Phillies Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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