An October preview?

Two of the best teams in the National League square off in Philadelphia this weekend.

The NL East first-place Braves are in.

The Bravos’ Martin Perez is 0-1 in his last two starts, but he was brilliant, allowing just two runs over those 9 ²/₃ innings.

The Phillies, who still believe they can catch Atlanta in the division race, counter with ace Zack Wheeler, who gave up just one run over six strong innings in a win against the Halos.

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler reacts after the first inning of a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, in Seattle. AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson

But Seattle marinated Wheeler for eight runs on nine hits over four forgettable frames in his previous start.

We will play $50 on Perez and the Braves (+132, FanDuel).

Double play!

Ranger Suarez tossed seven shutout innings.

Mickey Gasper homered and the Red Sox toasted the O’s 1-0.

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Then the Mets built a 7-0 lead and beat the Giants 10-6.

Winner, winner, chicken dinner.

Debt down to -384 ricopetrocellis.

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