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of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts in front of Austin Riley
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of the Atlanta Braves after hitting a triple in the bottom of the second inning at Citizens Bank Park on September 5, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Braves 4-2. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images
The Atlanta Braves secured a win against the Philadelphia Phillies in the opener of a crucial four-game series, maintaining a 4-game lead in the division. However, with five remaining matchups against the Phillies, they need to win at least two to avoid jeopardizing their standing. In a recent game, Martin Perez struggled on the mound, contributing to the loss against the Phillies. Meanwhile, the Dodgers activated Bobby Miller to enhance their pitching, while the Yankees placed centerfielder Trent Grisham on the 10-day injured list due to a hamstring strain.
