Game 3 was another pitchers' duel. Greg Maddux faced Rookie of the Year Kerry Wood, hoping to keep the ship afloat for the Cubs. The Braves scored first in the top of the third when Maddux doubled and later scored on a passed ball with two outs.
In Game 3, Maddux faced off against Wood, hoping to keep the Cubs afloat. The Braves struck first in the third inning, scoring when Maddux doubled and then came around to score on a passed ball with two outs.