Cincinnati Reds vs. Atlanta Braves - August 03, 2025

Good morning, everyone! How we feeling? #LetItFly

Chad Dotson

I remember that game.

Old-Time Baseball Photos

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Downtown Cincinnati, Oct 1, 1919 - Reds rooters listening to updates of the first game of the 1919 World Series, Reds crushed White Sox 9-1

Grant McAuley

New @FromTheDiamond_ NLDS all tied up! Ray Kerr & Didier Fuentes lead #Braves bullpen to Game 2 win with support from Michael Harris II. Chris Sale & Tyler Mahle now set to face Dodgers in Atlanta. 🍎 https://t.co/7yz0cgEUIL 🟢 https://t.co/1DQCf6n8Kv 📺 https://t.co/qVUC3eudba

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Braves Break Serve Against the Dodgers, Head to Atlanta With 1-1 NLDS Tie https://t.co/dK5471JNFn https://t.co/dK5471JNFn

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Atlanta jumps on Blake Snell in Game 2 while holding back Chris Sale, setting up nicely.for an upset. https://t.co/vXFZ52tAry

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Braves' insane Robert Suarez gamble pays huge dividends in Game 2The Atlanta Braves needed Robert Suarez to step up in Game 2 of the NLDS against the Dodgers. Thankfully, he delivered.

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Atlanta Braves News: Braves win Game 2 to Split Series, Didier Fuentes and Ray Kerr Clutch Performances, MoreYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Braves' Game 2 stunner might've broken Dodgers' crowd, fueled embarrassing early exitThe Atlanta Braves not only stole home field advantage from the Dodgers in Game 2, but they also may have broken LA fans' spirits along the way.

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Realistic MLB Trades That Could Happen In 2026-27 Offseason ✈️Assessing how the Braves and Orioles could make a move ➡️

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Ray Kerr is reminding Braves fans of Tyler Matzek's epic run, but he may be even more importantBraves fans didn't expect Ray Kerr to be as good as he has been so far in the playoffs. He is giving memories of performances from the past like Tyler Matzek.

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Didier Fuentes steals the show as Braves return home with home field advantage in NLDSNot bad for a 21-year-old in his first-ever Postseason run, eh?

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Reds prospect Carter Graham exits AFL game with an injury - redsminorleagues.comCincinnati Reds prospect Carter Graham had to leave the Arizona Fall League game early after injuring himself trying to rob a home run.

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Ray Kerr, Didier Fuentes, Michael Harris II deliver for bold Braves to level NLDS vs. DodgersA win that everyone saw coming…

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Braves' Opener Shines vs. LA 💪Stats and recap from Game 2 of NLDS

Braves Even Series with LA 🪓

Money Mike's three-hit night carries Atlanta

Money Mike's Third Hit 💵

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MONEY MIKE DELIVERS FOR THE BRAVES AGAIN! His THIRD hit of the night 😮‍💨 (via @MLB)

Harris Triple Leads to Score 😏

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BRAVES TAKE THE LEAD ON A WILD PITCH 😳 (via @Braves)

Kerr Continues Opener Success 👏

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Ray Kerr continues to dominate as an opener for the Braves 😳 Tonight in LA: 2.2 IP, 2 H, 0 ER, 4 K

Dubón RBI 🙌

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Mauricio Dubón and the Braves are on the board first in Game 2!

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Walt Weiss confirms Game 3 start for Chris Sale, plus more pregame news and notesRonald Acuña Jr. and Ha-Seong Kim also shared some thoughts ahead of a crucial NLDS Game 2 in LA for the Braves

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Lane Thomas returns to Braves lineup for Game 2 of NLDSThe platoon is back in full effect.

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Braves' Game Three lineup release has renewed urgency after unpopular Chris Sale decisionThe Atlanta Braves have as close to a must-win Game Two in a playoff series as you can get, and they don't have Chris Sale starting. Here is their lineup.

Braves NLDS Game 2 Lineup 📝

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Ray Kerr, not Chris Sale, starting Game 2 of NLDS for Braves in Los AngelesAnother pitching matchup stacked against the Braves’ favor in Game 2.

Game 2. #LetItFly

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Braves got bit in brutal NLDS loss thanks to Walt Weiss' distinctly 'Snitker-like' decisionThe Atlanta Braves lost Game 1 of the NLDS against the Dodgers for a number of reasons, but one key one was a familiar flaw rearing its head with Walt Weiss.

Braves cannot overcome lack of pitching depth and Eric Gregg 2.0 in loss to DodgersUmpire Roberto Ortiz's inconsistent strike zone may have exacerbated Atlanta Braves' chase problem in Game One loss to Dodgers.

Braves’ regular season dominance of Dodgers shows obvious key to Atlanta’s rebound chancesThe Atlanta Braves gave the Dodgers fits in the regular season. Now, the Braves simply must channel that same energy to save their season.

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Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

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Reds prospects help fuel a comeback win in AFL season opener - redsminorleagues.comThe Peoria Javelinas came from behind after trailing 6-0 with the help of multiple Cincinnati Reds prospects in the AFL season opener.

Braves News: NLDS Roster, Walt Weiss, Game 1 loss, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday

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MLB Division Series Game 1 Recap 🎬Results, top highlights and more from every matchup Saturday 📲

Braves Country to Walt Weiss: it’s OctoberMore urgency, please.

Weiss: Decision on Chris Sale could come later on Saturday nightAtlanta emptied the tank to simply make it to the NLDS. Could that end up costing them at this juncture?

Braves’ offense can’t pick up bullpen in Game 1 lossThe Braves got everything they could have asked for from Dylan Dodd, but only scored three runs and treated the game fairly casually

Albies 9th-Inning Blast 💥

Ozzie Albies takes Tanner Scott deep in the 9th to make it a two-run ballgame 👀 (via @MLB)

Murphy Takes Skubal Yard 💥

SEAN MURPHY PUTS THE BRAVES ON THE BOARD 💥 (via @MLB)

Walt Weiss, Brent Suter and Lane Thomas talk lineups, openers and the weatherIt’s going to be a hot one in Los Angeles but the Braves remain focused on the task at hand

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Braves-Dodgers Game Temp 🌡️100 degrees is 2nd hottest first-pitch in postseason history

2 reasons why Braves could beat the Dodgers in NLDS, 2 reasons why they may fall shortThe Atlanta Braves may be underdogs against the Dodgers and with good reason, but there are paths to victory.

Mauricio Dubon starts in left field for NLDS Game 1The Braves keep Lane Thomas on the bench, facing the elite lefty Skubal

Dylan Dodd will begin NLDS Game 1 for BravesYour best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Braves Game 1 Lineup 📋

Game 1. #LetItFly

Braves reveal 2026 National League Divisional Series RosterJR Ritchie and AJ Smith-Shawver are among the additions to the NLDS roster for the Braves

Dylan Dodd Named Opener 🪓

Mark Bowman

@mlbbowman

Dylan Dodd is starting for the Braves today.

Braves release playoff roster for NLDS vs. Dodgers and confirm Lane Thomas' returnThe Atlanta Braves just announced their playoff roster for the NLDS, and it certainly looks different from the squad they rolled out against the Phillies.

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Full Saturday slate of baseball as Division Series beginFour playoff games stacked back to back as the MLB playoffs continue in earnest!

Braves hope bullpen can overcome stars in LAThe Braves have a mountain to climb in LA, facing Tarik Skubal and the talented Dodgers’ offense with a bullpen game on tap

World Series Odds 🎲Breaking down final 8 teams' chances before divisional series begin ➡️

Braves’ postseason bullpen struggles should be wake-up call for their next playoff rosterThe Braves are headed to the NLDS, despite some shaky performances from the bullpen. The lack of depth has to change if they want to advance to the NLCS.

What is your prediction for Braves versus Dodgers?Your best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Braves News: NLDS pitching plan, team tax exemption push, playoff injury updatesThe Atlanta Braves are about to begin their NLDS matchup against the Dodgers on Saturday. Here is the latest news around the team you may have missed.

Braves News: Injury updates, NLDS preview, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Friday.

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Game One will determine if the Braves have any chance of dethroning the DodgersIf the Atlanta Braves want to pull off the postseason upset of the Dodgers, stealing a Game One victory would go a long way.

Braves Using Opener in Game 1

Mark Bowman

@mlbbowman

The Braves will go with a bullpen game tomorrow. I think Brent Suter will be the opener. But if I say I think the Braves should use Suter, then Jesse Chavez likely has a better chance to get the nod

Ohtani Gives Injury UpdateShohei says he'll 'have to manage' knee, bicep injuries during postseason 📸

Our first month with an app broke our commenting recordsIt’s been a banger of a month in the comments section

2026 NLDS Preview: Can the Braves topple the Dodgers once more?Your best source for quality Atlanta Braves news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Tarik Skubal to Start Game 1

Los Angeles Dodgers

@Dodgers

Your NLDS Game 1 starter, Tarik Skubal.

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Joey Votto admitted botching Braves prediction (and then embraced being the villain)Atlanta Braves fans now have a clear target for their playoff ire going for, and Joey Votto is reveling in his new villain role. We respect it.

Walt Weiss shares confident expectations for NLDS, plus injury updatesWalt Weiss and his two catchers appear ready for the massive fight that lays ahead of them against Los Angeles

ABS Challenge Success Rate 📈How every MLB team did in first season with system 📲

Skubal Starting NLDS Game 1

Fabian Ardaya

@FabianArdaya

The Dodgers will start Tarik Skubal in Game 1 of the NLDS, multiple sources with knowledge of the situation told @TheAthletic. The big deadline acquisition will get the ball to start the Dodgers' run at a threepeat: https://t.co/koxlWdqCmO

MLB Divisional Round Picks 🔮How the Braves will fare after beating Philly ➡️

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Reds make a change to their Arizona Fall League roster - redsminorleagues.comThe Cincinnati Reds have made a change to their Arizona Fall League roster and have added outfielder Yerlin Confidan.

Braves snap 30-year winner-take-all drought with cathartic victory over PhilliesRevel in that one, Braves Country.

Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍The best fits for Philly's star second baseman 📲

MLB Rules Out Grand Teton GameRob Manfred won't pursue idea after doing 'due diligence' (The Athletic)

What was your favorite part of last night’s win?Mine was dingers

Braves News: Atlanta advances to NLDS, series start times, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday.

Every MLB Team's Biggest Surprise and Disappointment ⚾Breaking down notable highlights and lowlights of Atlanta's 2026 season 📲

Joey Votto's all-time broadcast jinx helped foreshadow Braves' epic postseason momentNew to the broadcasting gig, Joey Votto quickly learned about the announcers jinx as Ozzie Albies produced a legendary postseason moment for the Atlanta Braves.

MLB reveals scheduled start times for NLDS between Braves and DodgersAtlanta advances in the postseason for the first time in five years and here’s when you can watch.

Braves core shines and comes up huge in order to punch their ticket to the NLDSThe stars needed to shine in a winner-take-all game and a handful them came up big for the Braves in this one.

The Braves let it fly and eliminate the Phillies to advance to the NLDS, 6-2The Braves win their first winner-take-all elimination game since 1996.

Braves Eliminate Phillies 🥊

Michael Harris' 1st inning homer knocks Nola out early 🎥

Acuña's 'Night-Night' Celly 😴

Ronald Acuña Jr. hit the "night night" celly after eliminating the Phillies 😮‍💨 (via @MLB)

Braves got a huge lift from unlikely hero Ray Kerr, advance to NLDS to face DodgersThe Atlanta Braves had to win on Thursday to keep their season alive. Thankfully, Ray Kerr of all players was up to the task.

Sale Enters in 8th Inning 🔥

Chris Sale strikes out Bryce Harper! The Braves are 3 outs away from a trip to the NLDS 👀

Phillies Pitching Struggles in Loss 😔Ray Kerr set the tone, as Braves mash 3 homers to knock Philly out of postseason

Braves-Dodgers NLDS Preview 📖Rematch of the 2021 NLCS. Looking at odds and matchups to watch 📲

Braves Up 5-0 in Game 3 🪓

Ozzie Albies' 2-run homer off Wheeler has Philly on the brink of elimination 🎥

Braves Win Game 3 To Advance 📈Tap for every highlight and recap from Braves' Wild Card win 📲

Olson Joins the HR Party 🙌

IT’S MATT OLSON, BRAVES COUNTRY 😤 #LetItFly

A Night Kerr Will Never Forget 🥺

Ray Kerr acknowledges the crowd as he exits to a rousing ovation 👏

Ray Kerr's Dominance 💪

Jayson Stark

@jaysonst

Make that 3 for 30 against Ray Kerr

Jayson Stark

Through 2 innings the Phillies are 3 for 27 against Ray Kerr this year. It's not just some random choice that he was the Braves' choice to be the opener tonight.

With everything on the line, Braves keep perspective and stay focused ahead of Game 3 of Wild Card SeriesCome see what Walt Weiss, Mauricio Dubón and Mike Yastrzemski had to say ahead of Game 3.

Dominic Smith at DH, Mauricio Dubón at shortstop for the Braves in Wild Card Game 3Catharsis or catastrophe awaits in this coin-flip contest in Cobb County.

Braves Game 3 Lineup 📋

Game 3. #LetItFly

Braves' Game Three lineup leaves fans scratching their heads with bizarre DH decisionThe Atlanta Braves are deploying a lineup that has some pretty questionable decisions contained within it for Game Three.

Latest Lane Thomas injury update only adds slight hope if Braves can avert playoff disasterThe Atlanta Braves received great news on outfielder Lane Thomas, and he could be available for the NLDS. Unfortunately, it may not matter.

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It’s official - the Cincinnati Reds are running it back in 2027There will be no front office overhaul after the disastrous 2026 season.

October baseball for Atlanta begins with Ray Kerr on the mound for Game 3 vs. PhilliesKerr vs. Aaron Nola for winner-take-all game on primetime.

Kevin Gausman, Shota Imanaga's Top Suitors 🛬Where Cubs' top SP free agents could end up signing ➡️

Ray Kerr announced as Wild Card Series Game 3 starter for BravesRay Kerr, the floor is yours

Nola Starting Game 3Don Mattingly going with RHP for final game vs. Braves (The Athletic)

Phillies' rumored Game Three starter choice may not be blessing Braves are hoping forThe Atlanta Braves face playoff elimination in Game Three on Thursday, and the Phillies seem to be rolling the dice a bit with their starter choice.

Can the Braves actually let it fly?Please?

Game Two loss underscored Braves' inability to build a bench worthy of a contenderGame Two showcased a problem the Atlanta Braves have been battling in the postseason for way too long: a bench too weak to trust in the clutch moments.

3 former Braves who are lurking even if Atlanta manages to advance in the playoffsThe Atlanta Braves will have to get past a few familiar faces from their past if they are going to get to the World Series again this year.

Braves' Robert Suarez has been MIA in the playoffs, and the likely causes are worrisomeThe Braves bullpen had a rare collapse in Wednesday's loss to the Phillies. Robert Suarez was missing in action for some reason and it has fans wondering why.

Wild Card Game 2 Slate Recap ✍️3 out of 4 matchups officially set. Results and top highlights from each Wednesday game 📲

Braves News: Game 3 drama, Tyler Mahle, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Wednesday

Walt Weiss discusses bullpen deicisions and game-time injury situation for Tyler MahleAs it turns out, there was a chance that there could’ve been a last-minute change for the Braves in Game 2

Tyler Mahle's wild playoff hero moment was overshadowed by Braves' catastrophic lossTyler Mahle was magnificent in Game Two for the Atlanta Braves, but an unfortunate bullpen collapse kept him from getting the flowers he deserves.

Tyler Mahle shines but Braves lose in extra innings forcing game threeBraves suffer come from behind loss as Phillies rally late to win in extra innings.

Braves normally great bullpen imploded in brutal Game Two loss to PhilliesThe Atlanta Braves' catastrophic loss to the Phillies in Game Two had a lot of causes, but the bullpen was the most unexpected one.

Insider Wild Card Picks 🎯

Jon Heyman predicts which teams will advance in postseason

Phillies Avoid Elimination 😅Wild Card series with Braves going to Game 3 after extra innings thriller 📲

Chris Sale’s defiance of his own playoff track record gives Braves hope of a deep postseason runAtlanta Braves ace and future Hall of Famer, Chris Sale, defied all expectations when he entered Tuesday's opening game of the NL Wild Card. Sale hadn't pitche

Brutal Harper Misplay 🫣

OH NO, BRYCE HARPER 😬 BRAVES LEAD IN THE 7TH (via @MLB)

Big Olson Sac Fly 🙌

Matt Olson delivers AGAIN for the Braves 👏 (via @Braves)

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Reds cancel Redsfest for third time in last four yearsFind a new way to get your jerseys signed and let your kids ask questions, Reds fans.

Olson Knots the Game Up 🪢

BRAVES ANSWER IMMEDIATELY. We have ourselves a game in Atlanta 🫡 (via @MLB)

Walt Weiss “leans on personal history” for lineup choices in Game 2 of Wild Card SeriesMoney Mike had a very good Game 1 but he’ll be lower in the lineup for Game 2 in a tactical decision.

Murphy at catcher while others shift around in Braves lineupThe offense matches up well with Cristopher Sánchez, but this is the postseason

Phillies Game 2 Lineup 🔔

Philadelphia Phillies

@Phillies

Updated lineup: SS: Turner DH: Schwarber RF: Harper 1B: Bohm 2B: Stott LF: Marsh 3B: Sosa CF: Crawford C: Realmuto Sanchez LHP

Philadelphia Phillies

Here we go now

Braves Game 2 Lineup 📝

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Game 2. #LetItFly

Reds release multiple minor leaguers, lose one to free agency - redsminorleagues.comThe Cincinnati Reds have made multiple releases of minor league players, including infielder Victor Acosta who spent 2026 with Dayton.

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30 incredible MLB teams that somehow didn’t win the World SeriesPart of what makes MLB great is that the best team doesn't always win. Baseball has a way of making greatness feel meaningless in October. A team can dominate

Braves' Game Two lineup against Cristopher Sanchez feels like Atlanta is tempting fateThe Atlanta Braves are still riding the high of an exciting comeback win over the Phillies in game one of the NL Wild Card. Austin Riley finally got the chance

Braves look to secure Wild Card series win behind Tyler MahleThe Braves have performed well against Cristopher Sánchez in the past. It could be the deciding factor.

MLB Postseason Buzz 👂

🎯 Wild Card picks 👀 Manager situations 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Pitchers Who'll Define Postseason 👁️

These 6 arms could be difference makers in October

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5 Teams That Can Dethrone the DodgersAnalyzing how the Braves have a chance to take down the reigning champions 📲

History suggests Braves’ odds of winning Wild Card series vs. Phillies are actually too lowThe Atlanta Braves are now heavy favorites to beat the Phillies in the Wild Card round, but the odds may actually be underselling them a bit.

Braves News: Austin Riley heroic, Walt Weiss press conference, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Tuesday.

Can one swing redeem a season?Austin Riley certainly tried to

Braves' odd Wild Card roster construction immediately vindicated in Game One victoryAtlanta's Wild Card roster construction seemed odd at first, but after Game One we learned how their pitching plan is well thought out.

Don Mattingly's bullpen strategy backfired spectacularly as Braves' steal Game OneThe Phillies' decision to let Jhoan Duran pitch multiple innings was the right move, but it ended up backfiring as Austin Riley played hero for the Braves.

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Wild Card Game 1 Slate Recap ✍️Results and top highlights from all of Tuesday's matchups 📲

CLUTCH AUSTIN RILEY HR 🔥

Braves slugger buries Phillies in 8th to give team win in Wild Card series opener

Walt Weiss: Braves are “at our best” when things are the toughestThe unpredictable nature of the Postseason threw us a curveball right away but the Braves were ready for it.

Braves initiate exorcism with Austin Riley’s huge homer, 5-3 win over Phillies in NLWC Game 1You hit a big homer in a playoff game. That’s kablamo!

4 Braves playoff veterans that need to step up in a big way for Atlanta to advanceThese four Atlanta Braves veteran players need to step up if the team has any chance at a deep postseason run.

These 4 moments defined the Braves' Game One win over the PhilliesThe Atlanta Braves looked to be in trouble in Game One of the Wild Card round, but a few key moments broke their way in route to a crucial win.

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The 30 greatest one-season wonders in MLB historyWhat makes players like Mike Trout, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani (to name a few) really stick out is their ability to be truly elite year after year. Putting t

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Braves Win Game 1 Thriller 😯Highlights, stats and more from NL Wild Card opener 📲

Kim Takes Shot to Nose 😬

Trea Turner collides with Braves SS sliding into second

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MLB Playoffs soldier on without the mighty Cincinnati RedsPostseason baseball begins today!

Clutch Go-Ahead Albies Triple ⚡

OZZIE ALBIES GIVES THE BRAVES THE LEAD IN THE 6TH 🔥 (via @MLB)

Yaz Ties the Game 🙌

Mike Yastrzemski pokes one up the middle to tie the game for the @Braves 🔥

Sale Strikes out Harper on 100 MPH ⛽

Chris Sale reaches back and strikes Bryce Harper out with a 100 MPH heater 😳