Blake Snell struggles in Game 2 as Dodgers fall to Braves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 3:06 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Blake Snell faced difficulties in Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves, pitching 3 2/3 innings with five strikeouts and five walks. Despite a late home run by Freddie Freeman, the Dodgers lost 3-2, tying the series and forcing a return to Atlanta for Games 3 and 4. Snell's early exit marked a significant moment in a series where the Dodgers needed a win to edge closer to eliminating the Braves. The Dodgers will see Chris Sale on the mound next in Game 3.
- •Snell allows two runs before exiting in the fourth inning.
- •Freddie Freeman hits a homer in the fourth to cut the deficit.
- •Series now tied 1-1; Games 3 and 4 will be in Atlanta.
- •Chris Sale is set to pitch for the Braves in Game 3.
- •Snell's postseason struggles against the Braves continue.
- 3:06 PMYahoo Sports — Blake Snell’s rocky outing leads to de facto bullpen game
"Snell tossed 90 pitches over 3 2/3 innings, striking out five and walking five in a Game 2 defeat against the Braves.
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