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Phillies drop NL Wild Card Series deciding game to Braves 6-2

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 7:46 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Phillies drop NL Wild Card Series deciding game to Braves 6-2

Summary

The Philadelphia Phillies lost 6-2 to the Atlanta Braves on October 2, ending their postseason run in the NL Wild Card Series. Manager Don Mattingly's decision to start Aaron Nola over Zack Wheeler was criticized after Nola allowed a three-run homer to Michael Harris II in the first inning. Trea Turner also struggled, going 1-for-11 in the series, raising questions about the team's offensive performance at crucial moments. As a result, the Braves advance while the Phillies head home following their elimination.

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By the Numbers

•Phillies lost 6-2 in the NL Wild Card Series on October 2.
•Mattingly started Nola, who struggled early, allowing a three-run homer.
•Wheeler pitched in relief but was not given the starting nod.
•Turner finished the series hitting 1-for-11.
•Braves advance in the postseason after this victory.

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7:46 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies most to blame for heartbreaking NL Wild Card Series loss to Braves

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The Phillies gave themselves a chance to escape Atlanta, then watched their season unravel Thursday night. After a 6-2 loss in the deciding game of the NL Wild Card Series, manager Don Mattingly and shortstop Trea Turner deserve some of the toughest questions. Mattingly’s decision to start Aaron Nola over Zack Wheeler immediately backfired . Nola […] The post Phillies most to blame for heartbreaking NL Wild Card Series loss to Braves appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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