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Braves look to secure Wild Card series win behind Tyler Mahle

Atlanta enters today holding a series edge following yesterday's dramatic comeback victory, capped by Austin Riley launching a clutch three-run home run in the eighth inning off a triple-digit fastball from Jhoan Duran. Looking to clinch the series today, the team will send Tyler Mahle to the mound against Philadelphia starter Cristopher Sánchez.

Mahle has completely turned his season around since joining his new club, posting a strong 1.99 ERA across nine appearances, and he recently held the Phillies to just one run over thirteen innings in early September. On the other side, Sánchez has struggled down the stretch, recording a 5.12 ERA since the start of September, though the Phillies face a desperate do-or-die scenario.

Offensively, the Atlanta lineup holds strong career numbers against today's opposing starter, led by Ronald Acuña, Ozzie Albies, and Riley, all boasting robust on-base figures in past matchups. However, the team will need those stars to step up again because several teammates have labored against him historically, including Michael Harris despite a recent three-hit performance.

First pitch is scheduled for 2:00 pm Eastern on Wednesday, September 30th.

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