Braves and Phillies prepare for second game in Philadelphia series

The Atlanta Braves meet the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on September 5, 2026, at 6:05 p.m. ET. Atlanta enters the contest following a victory in the series opener, which featured a matchup between the teams' top pitchers. For the second game, Atlanta turns to Martin Perez, who holds a 3.05 ERA this season. The Phillies counter with Zack Wheeler, a pitcher who has returned from injury to utilize a six-pitch arsenal despite recent command struggles. While Philadelphia has faced difficulty generating offense throughout the year, particularly against left-handed pitchers, the Braves must contend with a lineup that includes Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. The game will be broadcast on BravesVision, with radio coverage available on 680 AM and 93.7 FM The Fan.

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