Phillies fail to secure Game 1 against Braves in Wild Card Series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:25 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies lost to the Atlanta Braves 5-3 in Game 1 of their National League Wild Card Series on September 29, 2026. Austin Riley's three-run homer in the eighth inning turned the game, leaving Philadelphia one loss away from elimination. Despite the defeat, analysts suggest the Phillies still have potential for success in the series, citing strong performances and a favorable pitching matchup in the next game with Cristopher Sánchez. The series shifts to Atlanta's Truist Park for Game 2.
- •Phillies led 3-2 before losing Game 1.
- •Austin Riley hit a three-run homer off Jhoan Duran.
- •Cristopher Sánchez, with a strong season record, pitches in Game 2.
- •Phillies did not use top pitcher Zack Wheeler in Game 1.
- •Game 2 takes place at Truist Park in Atlanta.
- 10:25 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies Blew Game 1 Against the Braves. Here’s Why They Should Still Win the Series
"Philadelphia is one loss from elimination after Austin Riley’s crushing three-run homer, but the Phillies may actually have more reasons […]
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