We are officially in Red October.
After a dramatic 5-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Sept. 30, the Philadelphia Phillies face a series-deciding Game 3 in Atlanta.
Here’s what to know about tonight’s game.
What time is the Phillies game today?
Game 3 of the Phillies-Braves series is scheduled for 8 p.m. on Oct. 1
Who is pitching for the Phillies?
Right-hander Aaron Nola (7-12, 4.67 ERA) will start for the Phillies. He is 2-0 with a 2.77 ERA against the Braves during the postseason in his career. Overall, he’s 17-12 with a 3.71 career ERA against the Braves. This season, he’s 0-1 with a 4.50 ERA against Atlanta.
Manager Don Mattingly said the game will be “all hands on deck,” meaning starters Zack Wheeler and Jesús Luzardo could be available to pitch despite being on short rest.
Who is pitching for the Braves?
Left-hander Ray Kerr (0-0, 1.47 ERA) is reportedly pitching for the Braves as an opener against the Phillies.
How to watch the Phillies NL wild-card game
The National League wild-card games will be broadcast on NBC and streamed on Peacock.
How can I watch the Phillies on Peacock?
You will need a subscription to watch Phillies games on Peacock. Subscriptions that include live sports start at $10.99 per month.
Watch the Phillies live on Peacock
How to listen to the Phillies NL wild-card game
The radio broadcast will be on 94WIP and WDEL 101.7 FM/1150 AM.
Phillies-Braves wild-card schedule
- Sept. 29: Atlanta 5, Philadelphia 3
- Sept. 30: Phillies 4, Braves 3, 10 innings
- Oct. 1: at Atlanta, 8 p.m.
Greg Giesen is a trending writer for Delaware Online/The News Journal. If you have a story idea, reach out to him at [email protected].
This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Who is pitching for the Phillies? Phils name Game 3 starter vs. Braves
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