Braves vs. Phillies: Everything fans need to know about the 2022 NLDS

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Braves enjoyed a first-round bye in the MLB playoffs by winning the National League east. Now, a familiar foe stands in their path to the National League Championship Series.

The Braves will face off against rival Philadelphia Phillies this week after the No. 6 seed defeated the No. 3 seed St. Louis Cardinals. The winner will face either the Los Angeles Dodgers or San Diego Padres.

LIVE Team 2 Coverage from Truist Park as fans gear up for another playoff run, on Channel 2 Action News.

Atlanta will have home-field advantage with Game 1 and Game 2 set for Tuesday and Wednesday. Here is a guide for everything that fans need to know about the 2022 NLDS.

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MATCHUP

The Braves won 11 of the 19 games against the Phillies in the NL East battle this year. Only three of those losses happened at home.

Atlanta’s offense outscored Philadelphia 90-85 and during each of its wins this season, the long-ball was a big factor. Braves radio announcer Ben Ingram said the team hit 20 home runs combined in 11 wins and only four home runs combined in the eight games they lost.

As far as pitching goes, the starting rotations have not been announced for either team. But the teams have announced that Max Fried will start for Atlanta and Ranger Suarez for Philadelphia in Game 1.

Braves fans are waiting to hear about the status of rookie phenom Spencer Strider and if he’s available to pitch in the NLDS. Strider has performed well against the Phillies with a 4-0 record and 1.27 ERA, striking out 34 Philadelphia batters.

If not, Atlanta will likely turn to Kyle Wright and Charlie Morton in Game 2 and 3. If the series goes longer, the Braves have options with Jake Odorizzi, Bryce Elder or a bullpen game.

The Phillies meanwhile used two of their best arms in Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola for the wild card series, but they could go on short rest for Game 2 and Game 3. Noah Syndergaard and Bailey Falter are other options for the Phillies if the series goes to Game 4.

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SCHEDULE

NLDS Game 1 – Tuesday, Oct. 11 at Truist Park, 1:07 p.m.. Gates open at 11 a.m.

Pregame: Toccoa Falls College Men’s Choir will perform the National Anthem while 100 A-List Members hold a giant American flag on-field. Following the conclusion of the National Anthem, two C-130s from the 700th Airlift Squadron at Dobbins Air Reserve Base will fly over Truist Park.

NLDS Game 2 - Wednesday, Oct. 12 at Truist Park, 4:35 p.m.

Pregame: Hall of Famer Terry Pendleton will throw out the Ceremonial First Pitch and Jordan Family Band will perform the National Anthem.

NLDS Game 3 and 4 (if necessary)- Friday, Oct. 14 and Saturday, Oct. 15 in Philadelphia, times TBD

NLDS Game 5 (if necessary)- Sunday, Oct. 16 at Truist Park, time TBD

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NLDS TICKETS

Postseason tickets for all potential games already went on sale in September after the Braves clinched a playoff spot.

As of Monday, tickets have sold out on Ticketmaster for Game 1 and 2. There are standing room only tickets available for Sunday’s game if necessary.

The Braves and MLB encourage fans looking on the secondary market to use their official partner StubHub.

NLDS PARKING

Single-game parking passes for the National League Division Series (NLDS) games at Truist Park will be available for purchase online at www.braves.com/postseason stating at noon on Monday, October 10.

A-List members will have first access to parking starting at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.

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AWAY GAME WATCH PARTIES

The Braves will host watch parties for Game 3 on Friday and Game 4 on Saturday (if necessary). The watch parties will be on the Plaza Green at The Battery Atlanta.

The watch parties will begin 30 minutes before game time, which have not been announced as of Monday. Parking for the watch parties is free in the Red, Green, Silver, Yellow, and Purple Decks for three hours.

FAN GEAR

The Braves have new NL East champions and NLDS gear available at the Braves Clubhouse Store and the new Final Out store at the Battery.

The team is encouraging fans to “Rep the A” and wear their favorite gear all day Tuesday. Fans can share their photos with Channel 2 Action News here and post on social media with the team’s postseason hashtag #Back2Battle.

NEW FOOD

For fans who are attending Game 1 and Game 2 at Truist Park, the Braves are introducing new food items just for the postseason. Here’s a look at what fans can now eat.

• OPPO Taco: Chicken Shawarma, pickles, tomato, red onion, French fries, leaf lettuce, tzatziki rolled in Naan. Available at the 1871 Grille in section 113.
• High Cheese Crab Pretzel: Toasted pretzel braid filled with old bay blue crab claw dip and topped with caramelized Monterey jack cheese. Available at Slice in sections 150 and 313.
• This Banana Rakes Sundae: Banana tossed in cinnamon sugar, wrapped in egg roll sheet, deep-fried, topped with caramel and chocolate sauce over vanilla ice cream. Available at Potato Cutter and Frybox in sections 138 and 320, respectively.
• Los Bravos Pork Wings: 4 Deep-fried Pork Ribs with cornmeal crunch, Coca-Cola BBQ sauce, and potato sticks. Available at The Slice and 1871 Grille in sections 215 and 239, respectively.
• Complete Game: Foot-long hot dog, stuffed with pimento cheese, wrapped with applewood smoked bacon, topped with brisket chili and cheese, sautéed onions, and relish. Available at the 1871 Grille in section 141.
• Georgian: A tip of the cap to homegrown Georgia ballplayers Dansby Swanson, Michael Harris and Matt Olson – featuring black forest ham, stadium-smoked pork, peach mustard, Doux South pickle chips and smoked Gouda cheese on a 12-inch soft loaf. Available at the portable concession stand in section 143.
• Back to Battle Dog: Jumbo all beef hot dog topped with chopped brisket, sautéed onions, fried pickles over sliced tomatoes with BBQ honey mustard and crispy fries. Available at the Coors Light Chop House located in Centerfield.
• Double to Right Bacon, Egg, and Cheese: Two CAB premium grind burgers topped with thick cut slab bacon, fried egg, aged sharp cheddar, bibb lettuce, mayo, and house made tomato jam. Available at the Coors Light Chop House located in Centerfield.

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