Braves take Game 2, even NLDS against Dodgers
LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers had two home runs, a ninth-inning rally that briefly brought the crowd back to life and plenty of chances to change the game.
The Los Angeles Dodgers fell just short in Game 2 of the 2026 National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves, despite a fourth-inning home run from Freddie Freeman. The Braves managed to even the series at one game apiece, sending it east with a potential uphill battle for the Dodgers. Despite going 0-for-8 with runners in scoring position, the Braves still managed to score runs through a combination of timely hits and defensive miscues.
The Dodgers' offensive struggles were evident as they failed to capitalize on their opportunities, leaving seven runners on base through the first seven innings. The lone runs for the Dodgers came from Freddie Freeman's game-tying blast in the fourth inning and Max Muncy's two-out homer in the ninth. Unfortunately, those were not enough to secure the win for the Dodgers.
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