Braves take Game 2 of NLDS against Dodgers, evening series at 1-1
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Last updated Oct 5, 2026
The Atlanta Braves triumphed over the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 in Game 2 of the National League Division Series on Sunday night. Michael Harris II scored the go-ahead run on a wild pitch by Kris Bubic during the fifth inning. The Braves utilized their bullpen effectively, while the Dodgers struggled, deploying seven pitchers throughout the game. Freddie Freeman's home run in the fourth temporarily tied the game but the Dodgers faded, finishing 0-for-8 with runners in scoring position. The NLDS now heads back to Atlanta tied at one game apiece.
- •Braves score first with an RBI single from Mauricio Dubón in the first inning.
- •Freddie Freeman's home run tied the game at 2-2 in the fourth inning.
- •Blake Snell struggled, contributing to the Dodgers' pitching issues.
- •Didier Fuentes pitched three scoreless innings for Atlanta.
- •The series will continue at Truist Park with Game 3 scheduled.
- 4:51 AMESPN MLB — Braves even NLDS series against Dodgers with 3-2 victory
- 3:31 AMYahoo Sports — Stagnant Pitching Leads To Braves Tying Series Against Dodgers
"Michael Harris II tripled and scored the go-ahead run on reliever Kris Bubic's wild pitch in the fifth inning, and the Braves beat the Dodgers 3-2 on Sunday night.
"The Atlanta Braves steal Game 2 against the Los Angeles Dodgers by a 3-2 final score.
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External links- ESPN MLBOct 5, 2026, 4:51 AMBraves even NLDS series against Dodgers with 3-2 victory
Michael Harris II tripled and scored the go-ahead run on reliever Kris Bubic's wild pitch in the fifth inning, and the Braves beat the Dodgers 3-2 on Sunday night.
- Yahoo SportsOct 5, 2026, 3:31 AMStagnant Pitching Leads To Braves Tying Series Against Dodgers
The Atlanta Braves steal Game 2 against the Los Angeles Dodgers by a 3-2 final score.
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