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Braves aiming to force NLDS Game 5 with Tyler Mahle on the mound

The Atlanta Braves face elimination after falling to a 2–1 loss in Game 3 of the NLDS, handing the series lead to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Braves’ offense struggled mightily, failing to overcome three runs—two of which came on home runs allowed by Chris Sale—despite a strong start from Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

The team’s postseason woes continue as they now find themselves on the brink of elimination for the second time this postseason, mirroring their Wild Card Series exit at the hands of the Phillies. With their backs against the wall, the Braves will turn to Tyler Mahle for Game 5, a pitcher who has shown resilience in high-pressure situations.

Mahle delivered a standout performance in his playoff debut, allowing just one run over seven innings despite an abdominal pull prior to the start. His track record against the Dodgers is mixed, with key hitters like Freddie Freeman and Will Smith holding a combined .316 average off him, though Max Muncy has been the most effective, batting .316 with a .778 OPS in limited at-bats.

The Dodgers will counter with Tyler Glasnow, who holds a 2–6 record and a 4.43 ERA in his career, adding another layer of intrigue to this do-or-die matchup.

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