Braves Take Lead in NLDS
The Atlanta Braves defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 on Sunday at Dodger Stadium to tie the National League Division Series at one game apiece. The away team took the lead in the first inning when Ozzie Albies reached on an infield single to shortstop, allowing Ronald Acuna Jr. to score from second base. Matt Olson also advanced to third on the play.
The Braves held that one-run advantage until the fourth inning, when Freddie Freeman homered to right field. The ball traveled 375 feet, tying the game at 1-1.
Harris II Drives Offense
Michael Harris II was the offensive catalyst for the Braves in the middle innings. In the fifth inning, Harris II scored on a wild pitch from Kris Bubic. Later in the same frame, Harris II recorded another run on a separate wild pitch, extending the Braves' lead to 2-1.
The momentum shifted again in the seventh inning when Harris II doubled to right field. This hit allowed Olson to cross the plate, giving Atlanta a 3-1 lead. Harris II finished the game with two runs scored and a key double, anchoring the Braves' offensive effort against the Dodgers' pitching staff.
Dodgers Rally Falls Short
The Dodgers responded in the ninth inning when Max Muncy homered to right center. The blast traveled 397 feet, narrowing the deficit to 3-2. However, the Braves bullpen secured the final three outs to preserve the win.