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3 Biggest Phillies Standouts in Game 1 Loss to Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies had their chances to put away the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of their Wild Card series, but they were unable to seal the deal. It was a hard-fought, back-and-forth game, but their bullpen came up short again, which ended up being a 5-3 loss.

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Jesús Luzardo left it all out on the mound in first start back from injury

ATLANTA – The Phillies could not capitalize on yet another heroic effort from Jesús Luzardo. He came out firing out of the bullpen in extra innings in his last playoff appearance in Game 4 of the 2025 National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, only for the Phillies to lose the series in the most devastating way possible.

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The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the pitchers in MLB's Live Ball era (since 1920) with five or more 200-strikeout seasons under their belt can you name in five minutes?

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3 Phillies most to blame for crushing Game 1 NL Wild Card Series loss to Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies had a road playoff win within reach. Instead, they left Truist Park facing elimination after a crushing 5-3 loss to the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series on Tuesday.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 29

What Phillies’ Don Mattingly said after Jhoan Duran decision failed vs. Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies were close to getting the 1-0 lead in their National League Wild Card Series matchup against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday, but a surprising decision by manager Don Mattingly late in Game 1 backfired.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 29

Brutal stat for Game 1 Wild Card Series losers hints at Phillies being cooked

The Philadelphia Phillies were six outs from putting the Atlanta Braves on the brink of elimination. Instead, they are one loss from going home, and recent postseason history offers little comfort after Tuesday’s 5-3 defeat at Truist Park.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

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Phillies’ Jesus Luzardo gets shoutout after clutch playoff start vs. Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a 5-3 loss to the Atlanta Braves in the first contest of the Wild Card series to kick off the playoffs. However, the first five frames proved to be a strong outing for Jesus Luzardo, as his performance earned him a huge shoutout from a popular baseball podcast.

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Austin Riley's biggest swing of the season powers Braves to win

Austin Riley's biggest swing of the season powers Braves to crucial Game 1 win vs. Phillies

Riley delivered his biggest swing in quite some time in Atlanta's 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1.

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The NL Wild Card Series That Could End in an Upset

The postseason is finally here. To kick things off, the lowest seeded division winners and three wild cards per league will lock horns. The Philadelphia Phillies are in Atlanta taking on the Braves, while the Chicago Cubs are facing the San Diego Padres on the National League side.

Luis Arraez News / Phillies Nation / September 29

Phillies playoff notes: The latest on Luzardo, Arraez and if shadows will impact the game

ATLANTA – Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss is assuming his lineup will see the best version of Jesús Luzardo. The Phillies insist that they “don’t know what to expect” out of Luzardo.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 29

Game 1 of Phillies vs. Braves in NL Wild Card Round: Preview, Storylines

The Philadelphia Phillies are getting set for Game 1 of the Wild Card Round against the Atlanta Braves. Even though it wasn’t a great end to the season, the Phillies will have a chance to make a run in October. It has been a weird season for the Phillies, who started off the campaign with a (9-19) record and made a managerial change.

Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 29

Why this Bryce Harper honest admission proves Phillies can upset Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies are preparing to play the Atlanta Braves in the National League Wild Card Series. It will be an uphill battle for a Phillies team that narrowly reached the postseason as the No.

Brooks Raley News / Phillies Nation / September 29

Phillies won’t roster a single trade-deadline addition for Wild Card Series after not including Brooks Raley

ATLANTA — The Phillies will take on the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of a Wild Card Series between National League East rivals on Tuesday afternoon at Truist Park.

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2026 NLWC Phillies Braves Rosters

Both the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves have announced their rosters for the Wild Card round. Phillies: None of the Phillies trade deadline acquisitions made the roster.

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Ranking 3 Most Important Hitters for Phillies in Wild Card Round

The Philadelphia Phillies are going to have their hands full in the Wild Card Round after landing the No. 3 Wild Card spot in the National League, putting them in the No.

Luis Arraez News / EssentiallySports / September 29

Philadelphia Phillies Dealt With A Heavy Blow as Luis Arraez Bows Out of Wild Card Series Amid Injury

The Philadelphia Phillies’ infield, rebuilt around Luis Arraez in August, must be reshuffled. Arraez is the impact bat acquired from the San Francisco Giants, expected to provide offensive stability in the stretch run and the postseason.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 29

Phillies Make Controversial Roster Decision Before Playoffs

The Philadelphia Phillies will carry three catchers into the National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves, a roster call driven as much by injuries as by preference.

Bryson Stott News / Athlon Sports / September 28

Phillies Facing Bryson Stott Decision After Unfortunate News

The Philadelphia Phillies finally punched their ticket to the postseason on Sunday. They will face their division rivals, the Atlanta Braves, in a best-of-three series with the winner advancing to the NLDS.

Luis Arraez News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 28

Luis Arraez Will Not Be On Phillies’ Wild Card Roster

The Phillies made the postseason but they will try to fend off Atlanta in the Wild Card round without a key bat. Manager Don Mattingly has informed reporters, including Todd Zolecki of MLB.com, that infielder Luis Arraez will not be on the roster.

MLB News / Just Baseball / September 28

Phillies vs. Braves: Wild Card Series Preview

That time of year has finally arrived. The days are getting cooler, the leaves are starting to fall, pumpkins are appearing on front porches, and playoff baseball is about to begin.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28