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Atlanta Moves On: 3 Takeaways From Braves' Wild Card Win Over Phillies

The Atlanta Braves secured their passage to the next round of the postseason following a decisive victory over the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park. Michael Harris II, Ozzie Albies, and Matt Olson provided the necessary offense, backed by an unexpected opening pitching performance from Ray Kerr.

Philadelphia manager Don Mattingly opted to start right-hander Aaron Nola instead of relying on ace Zack Wheeler, a decision that backfired when Nola surrendered a quick three-run homer to Harris and recorded the briefest playoff start of his career before being pulled in the second inning.

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