Braves Start Kerr in Decisive Game 3

The Braves will rely on left-hander Ray Kerr as the opener in their must-win Game 3 against the Phillies. Kerr, 32, will be followed by right-hander Grant Holmes in bulk relief. Kerr has posted a 1.47 ERA in nine games with Atlanta since being recalled on August 16. sweetbonanza.qpon

The Phillies counter with veteran right-hander Aaron Nola, who went 7-12 with a 4.67 ERA in the regular season. The Braves need to win to advance after the Phillies defeated them 4-3 in 10 innings on Wednesday to force this decisive game.