Phillies, Braves meet in winner-take-all Game 3 at 8 p.m. ET
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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves are set to play a decisive Game 3 on Thursday, Oct. 1, at 8 p.m. ET. This matchup comes after the Braves won the opening game, supported by Austin Riley's three-run homer. The Phillies extended the series by winning Game 2 with late-game heroics from Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper, followed by Alec Bohm's go-ahead home run in the 10th inning. The winner will advance to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL Division Series starting Saturday, Oct. 3.
- •Game 3 takes place at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday.
- •Braves won Game 1; Phillies claimed Game 2.
- •Winner heads to the NL Division Series against the Dodgers.
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"Phillies and Braves face winner-take-all Game 3 on Thursday.
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