What happened: Harris opened the scoring with a three-run homer in the first inning, putting Atlanta ahead early in Game 3. The blast gave the Braves immediate room before the game had turned over once.

Why it matters: An early three-run swing in a Game 3 can reshape bullpen and matchup decisions by the middle innings. Harris has repeatedly supplied early offense for Atlanta this year, including a July homer that helped the Braves build a lead over the Mets.

What to watch: The next turn is whether Atlanta can hold the lead through the first pass of the lineup and keep the pressure on from the mound.