Braves Snap Dodgers’ Six-Game Streak in 4-3 Nail-Biter
August 26, 2026
The Atlanta Braves ended the Los Angeles Dodgers’ six-game winning streak Tuesday night with a tense 4-3 victory at Truist Park. With the game tied in the eighth inning, Ozzie Albies delivered a two-out RBI single to put Atlanta ahead. Raisel Iglesias then worked through a dramatic ninth inning: including a leadoff triple by Shohei Ohtani: to secure the win.
The result gives the Braves an important early edge in a series between two first-place National League teams. The matchup continues Wednesday, with Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki scheduled to face Atlanta’s AJ Smith-Shawver. First pitch is set for 7:15 p.m. ET. WTOP’s sports coverage has highlighted the late-inning finish and Sasaki’s upcoming start.
The baseball drama is only part of Wednesday’s sports conversation. In Los Angeles, the Lakers are reportedly still negotiating a potential sign-and-trade for Jonathan Kuminga. Heavy’s NBA coverage reports that the discussions remain unresolved, with salary, contract length and trade compensation continuing to shape the talks. No agreement has been finalized.
On the WNBA side, the Dallas Wings clinched a playoff berth with a 96-78 win over the Portland Fire. The victory marked Dallas’ 23rd of the season: a franchise high since the team moved to Dallas: and secured the organization’s first postseason appearance since 2023. Paige Bueckers led the way with 22 points and 11 assists, according to Mavs Moneyball.
For fans, the takeaway is simple: baseball’s pennant race is tightening, the NBA offseason remains active, and the Wings have officially punched their ticket. Which storyline are you following most closely? Share your take with the Brownstone community and explore more sports coverage from Brownstone Worldwide.
