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Breaking Down Postseason Scenarios for Phillies Entering Game 162

Following a lopsided loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, the Philadelphia Phillies will be back in action on Sunday with their season on the line in Game 162.

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Why Phillies manager Don Mattingly was actually encouraged by 12-1 loss to Rays

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered their fourth consecutive loss on Saturday, falling 12-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays and leaving their playoff hopes hanging by a thread.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27

Free-falling Phillies keep playoff berth in sight in finale vs. Rays

Once a virtual lock to make the playoffs, the Philadelphia Phillies will enter the final day of the regular season with their postseason hopes still up in the air.

Jesus Luzardo News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 27

Phillies Set to Activate Jesus Luzardo, Could Pitch Out of Bullpen in Game 162

With a chance to once again clinch a playoff spot, the Philadelphia Phillies came up short against the Tampa Bay Rays in what ended up being a horrific loss. Despite getting the help that they needed from the San Diego Padres in the evening, the Phillies lost their fourth straight game.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 27

Phillies news: Luis Arraez, Bill Giles, Justin Verlander

My god, I can’t even talk about the Phillies right now. They are Rockies-level bad right now. But hey, they scored a run! On to the links. Phillies news: Sometimes, instead of trying to get the right words about a franchise icon right, you should just leave it to the professionals.

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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 / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 27

Phillies Reliever Potentially Ends Team Tenure on Low Note

There are a lot of reasons why the Philadelphia Phillies are on the brink of missing the 2026 MLB postseason despite having odds that were in the high 90s just a few days ago.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 27

Phillies manager Don Mattingly breaks down decision to start Aaron Nola on 2 days rest

Don Mattingly had a clear rationale for handing Aaron Nola the ball on two days’ rest Saturday night. Speaking with Ken Rosenthal before the Phillies faced the Rays at Citizens Bank Park, the interim manager explained the thinking behind an unusual call for a team desperate to clinch.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 27

Phillies To Activate Jesús Luzardo

The Phillies are planning to activate Jesús Luzardo off the 15-day injured list tomorrow, according to interim manager Don Mattingly (via Matt Gelb of The Athletic).

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 26

Who cares?: Rays 12, Phillies 1

This game never stood a chance. Seeing a lineup posted that included putting Aaron Nola on the mound to begin the game on only two days’ rest meant this coaching staff had reached a level of panic they weren’t prepared for.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 26

Start of Phillies, Rays Game Delayed by Inclement Weather

The Philadelphia Phillies have their hands full heading into Game 2 of their series against the Tampa Bay Rays. They have enough to deal with, entering a must-win situation as their Magic Number remains at two with two games to play.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 26

Don Mattingly Reveals Aaron Nola Workload on 2-Days Rest

The Philadelphia Phillies are in a must-win situation heading into the second game of their series against the Tampa Bay Rays. After losing the opener 2-0 on Friday night, it is all hands on deck for Saturday, with the Arizona Diamondbacks breathing down their neck in the standings.

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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.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 26

Phillies make shocking decision vs. Rays amid postseason push

The Philadelphia Phillies are trying to avoid losing their National League Wild Card spot. The scorching hot Arizona Diamondbacks are suddenly just one game back of Philadelphia in the NL Wild Card race.

Bryce Harper News / Viral Sports News / September 26

Philadelphia Phillies Make Sudden Bryce Harper Announcement

The Philadelphia Phillies are still fighting for a playoff berth with two days left in the regular season, and the margin for error has all but disappeared.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 26

Philadelphia Phillies Announce Stunning Decision on Saturday

The Philadelphia Phillies are heading into Saturday’s meeting with the Tampa Bay Rays with their postseason margin reduced to a single game, and the club’s response is an unconventional one.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 26

2026 NL Standings: Phillies in danger of choking away last Wild Card spot to Diamondbacks

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to finish the season strong against the Tampa Bay Rays. If all goes well, they will secure the final National League Wild Card spot.

J.T. Realmuto News / Athlon Sports / September 26

J.T. Realmuto Development Comes at Worst Time for Phillies

J.T. Realmuto is searching for a hit at the worst possible time for the Philadelphia Phillies. Realmuto went 0-for-3 in Friday’s 2-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, extending his hitless streak to 0-for-31.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 26

Phillies Announce Two Roster Moves Before End of Season

The Philadelphia Phillies made a pair of minor league roster adjustments Friday while hosting the Tampa Bay Rays in the final series of the regular season.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 26

Fading Phillies keeping upbeat ahead of crucial contest vs. Rays

The Philadelphia Phillies have their backs against the wall with their postseason hopes in serious jeopardy. The Phillies hope to snap out of their late-season funk on Saturday when they continue their home series with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Baseball Now / September 25

Phillies Magic Number: When's Earliest They Can Clinch Postseason Spot?

The Philadelphia Phillies can clinch a postseason spot as early as Friday. The Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks are the final two teams in the National League in play for a postseason spot, and the Phillies are in the driver's seat going into their final series of the year against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Jesus Luzardo News / Athlon Sports / September 25

Jesus Luzardo Development is Good News for Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jesús Luzardo took another important step toward returning for the postseason on Thursday. Luzardo threw about 30 pitches off the mound in his first bullpen session since being placed on the 15-day injured list with left shoulder inflammation.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24

Phillies’ Luis Arraez Removed With Ankle Injury

Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez was pulled from Thursday night’s game against the Brewers with a left ankle sprain, the team announced (h/t Matt Gelb of The Athletic).

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 24

Phillies get bad Luis Arraez injury news as playoffs loom

The Philadelphia Phillies have not officially clinched a playoff spot, but the odds are heavily in their favor as the regular season enters its final weekend.

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