Phillies Win Nail-Biter Against Braves in Extra Innings 
The Phillies pulled off a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Braves in an 11-inning battle that kept us all at the edge of our seats! Here’s the play-by-play breakdown of the game.Pitching Battle in Early Innings
The game started as a pitching duel with both teams unable to get on the board in the first two innings. Our ace handled the Braves' batters beautifully, getting two strikeouts in the 2nd inning. Unfortunately, Michael Harris II broke the ice with a solo homer to center in the top of the 3rd.
Braves Take the Lead, Phillies Struggle Early On
The Braves tacked on another run in the 4th inning with Whit Merrifield driving in Matt Olson on a fielder's choice. The Phillies made contact but couldn’t find gaps in the defense through the first four innings.Sixth Inning Spark 
Finally, in the bottom of the 6th inning, Trea Turner and Bryce Harper got on base with a single and a double, respectively. Nick Castellanos came through with a clutch double that brought them both home, tying the game at 2-2. Stellar Bullpen Performance
Our bullpen was on fire! Jeff Hoffman and Gregory Soto gave nothing away in the vital 8th and 9th innings, getting us out of some tight spots. Camilo Doval showed nerves of steel in the 9th, stranding three Braves on base.
Extra Innings Drama 
Heading into extra innings, Bryce Harper walked, but the Braves kept answering back with solid pitching. However, our bullpen stood tall, particularly Wilmer Font shutting down the Braves in the 10th and 11th innings. Walk-off Win! 
Bottom of the 11th with two outs, Trea Turner got on base with a walk and stole second on a fielder's indifference. Nick Castellanos saved the day again, singling to center and bringing home Kody Clemens for the winning run. What a finish! 
Final Score: Phillies 3, Braves 2. Let's carry this momentum forward! Go Phils!
Scoreboard for Braves @ Phillies (September 1st, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 |