What happened: Michael Harris II jumped on Game 3 early with a first-inning homer in MLB postseason play Friday. The swing added another loud October moment for Michael Harris II and put immediate run pressure on the game.

Why it matters: First-inning scoring carries extra weight in October, when one swing can alter bullpen timing and matchup plans for the rest of the night. An early homer also shifts leverage onto every at-bat that follows in a short postseason game.

What to watch: What follows matters more than the blast itself: whether the early run holds up and how pitchers attack Harris in his next trips to the plate. Game 3 will decide whether the homer stands as a tone-setter or just an opening punch.