Game result and context
Philadelphia Phillies defeat Atlanta Braves 4-3 in 10 innings, 2026 NL Wild Card Series
A solo home run by Alec Bohm in the 10th inning propelled the Philadelphia Phillies to a 4-3 win over the Atlanta Braves, forcing a decisive third game in the NL Wild Card Series.
Final result
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Atlanta Braves 4-3 in 10 innings on September 30, 2026. The win brings the Phillies' record to 1-1, matching the Braves' record of 1-1 in the 2026 season.
The game remained tied through the early innings before the Phillies utilized three solo home runs to secure the victory in extra innings.
How the game changed
The Braves held a 3-1 lead entering the eighth inning following a two-run effort from Matt Olson in the seventh. The Phillies responded in the top of the eighth when Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper hit back-to-back solo home runs to tie the game at 3-3.
After both teams failed to score in the ninth, Alec Bohm hit a solo home run in the top of the 10th inning to provide the winning margin for Philadelphia.
Key performances
Bryce Harper led the Phillies' offense, finishing 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBIs. Alec Bohm also contributed two hits, including the game-winning home run in the 10th. Kyle Schwarber added the third home run for Philadelphia.
On the mound, Phillies starter Cristopher Sánchez pitched 6.2 innings, allowing three earned runs while striking out six. Braves starter Tyler Mahle provided a strong outing, throwing 7.0 innings and allowing only one earned run with six strikeouts.
Season and playoff context
This contest served as Game 2 of the 2026 NL Wild Card Series. With the victory, the Phillies evened the series at 1-1, forcing a third and final game to determine which team advances.