Austin Riley’s Eighth-Inning Home Run Lifts Braves Over Phillies in Game 1
In Atlanta, Austin Riley hit a go-ahead three-run home run in the eighth inning, leading the Braves to a 5-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of their series at Truist Park.
Atlanta, GA, September 29, 2026 —
ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves secured a 5-3 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of their series at Truist Park, highlighted by a crucial go-ahead three-run home run from Austin Riley in the eighth inning.
The decisive hit by Riley came in a pivotal moment of the game, shifting the momentum and ultimately sealing the win for the Braves. This marked a significant play in the opening contest of the series.
The home run was Riley’s first of the game and proved to be the difference-maker. Details regarding the specific pitch or the count at which the home run was hit were not provided in the summary.
The Philadelphia Phillies were unable to mount a comeback following Riley’s blast. The final score reflects the Braves’ ability to capitalize on their late-game opportunity.
The series continues with the next game scheduled to take place at Truist Park. Further details about the game’s progression, including other notable plays or player performances from either team, were not included in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Aaron Schmidt on www.atlantanewsfirst.com, see more information here.
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