Braves even NLDS with win over Dodgers in Game 2
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 4:35 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
The Atlanta Braves defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 in Game 2 of the National League Division Series on October 5, 2026. The Dodgers struggled with pitching as Blake Snell could not make it through four innings, giving up five walks despite allowing only one run. The Braves capitalized on errors and a wild pitch by Kris Bubic to secure the victory. The series is now tied 1-1 as it heads to Game 3 on Tuesday in Atlanta.
- •Game 2 of the NLDS ended 3-2 in favor of the Braves.
- •Blake Snell struggled with command, failing to go four innings.
- •The Dodgers made key errors, contributing to the Braves' scoring.
- •The series is tied 1-1, with Game 3 scheduled for Tuesday.
- •Ronald Acuña Jr. and Mauricio Dubón played pivotal roles for the Braves.
- 4:35 AMYahoo Sports — Braves take Game 2, even NLDS against Dodgers
- 3:41 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers waste chance to seize control of NLDS, fall to Braves in Game 2
- 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers best-laid plans go all wrong as Braves win Game 2 to even NLDS
"The Dodgers came into Game 2 of the NLDS against the Atlanta Braves with every advantage. The Braves left with a 3-2 victory Sunday night at Dodger Stadium.
"LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers had two home runs, a ninth-inning rally that briefly brought the crowd back to life and plenty of chances to change the game.
"The Dodgers no longer have the advantage in their best-of-five series
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 5, 2026, 4:35 AMBraves take Game 2, even NLDS against Dodgers
LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers had two home runs, a ninth-inning rally that briefly brought the crowd back to life and plenty of chances to change the game.
- Yahoo SportsOct 5, 2026, 3:41 AMDodgers waste chance to seize control of NLDS, fall to Braves in Game 2
The Dodgers came into Game 2 of the NLDS against the Atlanta Braves with every advantage. The Braves left with a 3-2 victory Sunday night at Dodger Stadium.
- Yahoo SportsOct 5, 2026, 3:29 AMDodgers best-laid plans go all wrong as Braves win Game 2 to even NLDS
The Dodgers no longer have the advantage in their best-of-five series
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