Braves pitcher Didier Fuentes ties postseason record in Game 2 win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 1:47 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Didier Fuentes of the Atlanta Braves made MLB postseason history during Game 2 against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 4. Fuentes retired 11 consecutive batters, setting a record for relievers aged 21 or younger in postseason play. His performance came during a crucial bullpen game, helping Atlanta secure a 3-2 victory and tie the NLDS series at one game each. The Braves' ace, Chris Sale, is expected to start in Game 3. Fuentes' outing adds significant momentum for Atlanta as they head home for the next match.
- •Fuentes retired 11 consecutive batters in relief.
- •His outing contributed to a 3-2 win for Atlanta.
- •Braves and Dodgers are tied 1-1 in the NLDS.
- •Chris Sale is slated to start Game 3 for Atlanta.
- •Fuentes averaged 99.4 mph on his fastballs.
- 1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Braves pitcher makes MLB postseason history in win over Dodgers
"The Braves got a hero performance on Sunday night and playoff history was made in the process.
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