Phillies pull Aaron Nola in second inning against Braves in wild card game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 1:19 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Aaron Nola was removed in the second inning of the Game 3 elimination match against the Atlanta Braves, with the Phillies trailing 3-0. Nola allowed three runs on two hits and two walks in just 38 pitches. All three runs came from a three-run homer by Michael Harris II following walks to Ronald Acuna Jr. and Matt Olson. Interim manager Don Mattingly substituted Nola after a single by Dominic Smith, bringing in Tim Mayza. Nola was key for the Phillies this season, although he concluded the regular season with a 4.67 ERA.
- •Nola lasted 38 pitches in elimination Game 3
- •Allowed three runs on two hits, two walks
- •Michael Harris II hit a three-run homer
- •Tim Mayza replaced Nola after a single
- •Nola had a 4.67 ERA during the season
- 1:19 AMYahoo Sports — Why the Phillies pulled Aaron Nola in the second inning vs. Braves
"Aaron Nola was chased in the second inning of an elimination game. Here's what the Statcast numbers show about the Phillies starter's short night.
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