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Following their 3-0 victory over the Brewers on Monday, Braves headlines were understandably centered around the heroics of Joc Pederson. With pitching being so dominant for each team thus far in the series, a three-run blast to break a scoreless tie in the fifth inning became the defining moment. Beyond just Pederson, Atlanta got an outstanding start from Ian Anderson, clutch defense from Dansby Swanson, and impressive work from the entire bullpen. With their victory in Game 3, the Braves are well-positioned for a return to the NLCS.
Braves News
Joc Pederson powers Braves to 3-0 win over Brewers
The offense was quiet for both teams yet again, but Joc Pederson made sure the Braves weren’t silent. Now Atlanta can focus on wrapping up the series with another victory at home on Tuesday.
Joc stole Rizzo’s bat, and it paid off big time
The celebrity of Joc Pederson continues to grow with every at-bat. But apparently Joc was prone to theft in Chicago, because an Anthony Rizzo bat made its way to the plate on Monday in what became the biggest play of the game.
Who starts G4? ‘Everybody’s on the table’
Who will get the nod in Game 4? Snitker must feel relieved in making this decision while ahead in the series, but closing out the Brewers in Atlanta would be ideal. We will see who Snitker tabs in this one.
5 takeaways after Braves take 2-1 lead over Brewers in NLDS
Five observations from Gabe Burns following Game 3.
HOFer Chipper Jones cannot handle foul ball
Chipper has lost the feel for barehand plays it seems.
Battery Power
Battery Power: Joctober reigns as Braves take 2-1 lead on Brewers in NLDS
TC Podcast
Talking Chop Podcast Episode 312: Joctober continues in a Game 3 win
MLB News
Sox walk off to ALCS, ousting 100-win Rays
The ‘underdog’ takes the series as Boston ousts the Rays.
Pitching, defense lead Giants to G3 win
The Giants also grabbed a 2-1 lead in their series, setting up two potential series clinchers on Tuesday for the NL.