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Kyle Schwarber is on a historic pace after 20th home run

The Philadelphia Phillies secured a thrilling 11-9 comeback victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, thanks to some historic help from outfielder and designated hitter Kyle Schwarber.

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Have you started paying attention to the standings yet?

There is an old axiom around baseball that teams don’t pay attention to the standings until Memorial Day. That way, they don’t make rash decisions based on what amounts to a fraction of the season having gone by.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / May 16

Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez aims to remain 'handful' vs. Pirates

Cristopher Sanchez has shown this month why he's considered one of the best pitchers in baseball. The talented left-hander aims for another sparkling effort Saturday when the Philadelphia Phillies visit the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second contest of a three-game set.

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Phillies Should Pursue Reunion with Talented Rockies Slugger

The Philadelphia Phillies have been playing some excellent baseball of late and are now storming toward the .500 mark. Following the disappointing start to the campaign, the Phillies are slowly but surely getting back on track.

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Man, when the times are going well, they are going well. Kyle Schwarber homers twice, the bullpen does a fairly decent job of holding the game close to allow the offense to get back into and boom – extra inning victory.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Kyle Schwarber News / Stadium Rant / May 16

Kyle Schwarber Continues Incredible Run, Hits 2 HRs In Phillies Comeback Victory

Kyle Schwarber and the Philadelphia Phillies just produced one of the best comebacks in the MLB this season. His big-time performance should come as no surprise, as this is the version of Schwarber who has been stepping up to the plate all through the month of May.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / May 16

Don Mattingly explains what sets Phillies' Kyle Schwarber apart

Schwarber homered twice on Friday night to help rally the Phillies to an 11-9 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber reaches historic pace after two-homer game

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Kyle Schwarber News / ESPN / May 16

Schwarber ups HR total to 20 as Phils win wild one...

Kyle Schwarber can't really explain why he's on a tear right now. "It's a great question," the Phillies slugger said after smashing a pair of two-run homers -- boosting his season total to 20 -- during an 11-9, 10-inning victory over the Pirates.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / May 16

Glorious comeback has Phillies believing again: ‘When you get confident, anything can happen’

PITTSBURGH — For the second Friday in a row, the Phillies erased a 6-0 deficit and forced extra innings. The Phillies have mastered the art of the absurd comeback over the years.

MLB News / The Good Phight / May 15

Seek thy fortune: Phillies 11, Pirates 9

No major league player has ever woken up on Lagwagon Day with 20 home runs to his name on the season…until tomorrow. Kyle Schwarber continued his torrid power pace with two more homers to aid in the comeback victory as the Philadelphia Phillies (22-23) defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates (24-21) by a score of 11-9 in their weekend series opener.

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Phillies' Kyle Schwarber reaches historic pace after two-homer game

A day after extending his major league-lead in home runs, Kyle Schwarber blasts two more to reach a major milestone and set an historic pace.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 15

Phillies erase 6-run deficit, down Pirates in 10 innings

Bryce Harper collected four hits, including the game-tying single in the ninth inning, and Brandon Marsh delivered the go-ahead RBI in the 10th as the visiting Philadelphia Phillies rallied for an 11-9 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 15

Last year's David Bednar trade is going to haunt the 2026 Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen had another meltdown on Friday night.

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber reaches historic pace after two-homer game

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Aidan Miller News / Phillies Nation / May 15

Phillies taking it ‘slow’ with top prospect Aidan Miller

PITTSBURGH — The status of top Phillies prospect Aidan Miller is still somewhat of a mystery. He did not play in any Grapefruit League games in spring training.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 15

Twins' Outfielder Would Be Perfect Trade Target for Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies are in the middle of a really strong streak and have clawed their way back almost to the .500 mark. However, they do have some clear areas where it would be ideal to get upgrades. Following their (9-19) start to the season, the Phillies are (12-4) in their last 16 games.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 15

Phillies Sit Struggling Outfielder To Start Series With Pirates

The Philadelphia Phillies are heading into their series with the Pittsburgh Pirates riding a ton of positive momentum. Since Don Mattingly has taken over as interim manager, the team has been on fire.

Jesus Luzardo News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 15

Jesus Luzardo Dazzles on Mound Against Former Teammate on Red Sox

For the second series in a row, the Philadelphia Phillies were heading into a rubber game with the opportunity to come away victorious in a three-game set.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 15

Area of Struggles for Phillies Wisely Seen as Somewhere They Will Seek Upgrades

The Philadelphia Phillies continue to inch closer to the .500 mark following their terrible start to the season, and they are once again looking like a contender. It was undoubtedly a horrific start to the year for the Phillies.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 15

Phillies vs. Pirates Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 15

Phillies vs. Pirates: The Philadelphia Phillies will have a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates this weekend. Game 1 takes place at PNC Park on Friday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 15

Phillies Need More From Right-Handed Hitters in Key Area

The Philadelphia Phillies have done a great job of getting their season back on track under interim manager Don Mattingly. When he took over the team from Rob Thomson, the team was 9-19, tied for the worst record in baseball.

Don Mattingly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Phillies’ Don Mattingly weighs in on intriguing Red Sox tactics after 3-1 win

The Boston Red Sox are one of the worst offenses in MLB right now, and they might have just put their desperation on display for all to see. The Philadelphia Phillies were suspicious of their American League opponent on Thursday night, but they brushed off those concerns and carried on with their business.