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The non-player who received blame for Phillies’ Game 1 loss, and it’s not Don Mattingly

On Tuesday afternoon, the Phillies dropped to 0-1 in their Wild Card playoff series vs the Atlanta Braves with a tough 5-3 road loss at Truist Park. The Phillies will now play for their season on Wednesday afternoon as they look to stave off elimination and force a decisive Game 3.

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Preview: Phillies Attempt to Avoid Elimination in Game 2 vs. Braves

With Game 1 in the books, the Philadelphia Phillies trail the Atlanta Braves by a 1-0 lead in the National League Wild Card Series, and the Phillies will be facing an elimination game on Wednesday. Coming into the game on Tuesday, it was hard to know what to expect from Phillies starter Jesus Luzardo.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / September 30

Which Phillies pitchers will be available out of bullpen for must-win Game 2 in Atlanta?

ATLANTA — Phillies closer Jhoan Duran did not give a firm answer regarding his status for Game 2 after he “paid the price” on a mislocated fastball and surrendered a three-run, go-ahead home run to Austin Riley on Tuesday afternoon at Truist Park.

Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Bryce Harper Makes Admission After Loss to Braves

Bryce Harper had a chance to give the Philadelphia Phillies a late spark against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday. Instead, the veteran first baseman admitted afterward that a ball he hit down the line simply was not close enough to staying fair.

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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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Bryson Stott News / Viral Sports News / September 30

Phillies Announce Bryson Stott Decision Before Game 2

The Philadelphia Phillies moved second baseman Bryson Stott into the cleanup spot Wednesday for Game 2 of their National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves.

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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.

Luis Arraez News / Viral Sports News / September 30

Philadelphia Phillies Receive Alarming Luis Arraez Update

The Philadelphia Phillies entered the postseason already short-handed at second base. Luis Arraez, acquired at the August trade deadline, is sidelined by a late-season ankle injury and will miss the Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves.

Derek Hill News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 30

Phillies Make Major Change to Lineup Ahead of Game 2

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a devastating defeat in Game 1 of their NLWC matchup with the Atlanta Braves, losing 5-3. Being able to scratch three

Philadelphia Phillies News / CBSSports.com / September 30

MLB playoffs: Which Game 1 loser has best chance to win Wild Card Series? Why there's hope for Cubs, Phillies

The Phillies, Astros, Red Sox and Cubs all need a win on Wednesday to keep their seasons alive in the best-of-three Wild Card Series

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The 'Active 200-K pitchers' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

MLB News / The Good Phight / September 30

Phillies Game 1 heartbreaker to Braves was shocking, not surprising

No one should have been surprised when Austin Riley connected on a nearly 100 mph fastball right down the heart of the plate from Phillies closer Jhoan Duran in the 8th inning of the Phillies’ 5-3, Game 1 loss to the Braves yesterday in Atlanta.

J.T. Realmuto News / Athlon Sports / September 30

J.T. Realmuto Makes MLB History During Wild Card Series With Braves

J.T. Realmuto made MLB history during the Philadelphia Phillies’ 5-3 loss to the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series. The veteran catcher became the first player in MLB history to record an RBI triple as a catcher in back-to-back postseasons.

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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.

Jhoan Duran News / The Good Phight / September 30

What did you think of the Duran decision?

There is no question that can be asked that would remove the pain from yesterday’s loss, no answer that can satisfactorily resolve the frustration from the blown lead in a crucial moment.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 30

Jesus Luzardo Gave Phillies Everything They Expected and More

Heading into Game 1 of their Wild Card Round series against the Atlanta Braves, the Philadelphia Phillies didn’t have a clear-cut plan for what they were going to do on the mound.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 30

Three Players Who Must Step Up for Phillies in Game 2 of NL Wild Card Round

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a devastating loss to the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card. Once again, it was the bullpen that really let them down. Coming into the game, the Phillies were unsure what to expect from Jesus Luzardo.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Baseball Now / September 30

Phillies' Don Mattingly Explains Jhoan Duran Decision In Game 1 Loss To Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies lost Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series 5-3 to the Atlanta Braves. After taking a 3-2 lead in the top of the seventh inning, Don Mattingly decided to go to his closer, Jhoan Duran, early.

Bryce Harper News / Baseball Now / September 30

Phillies' Bryce Harper Reacts To Heartbreaking Loss To Braves In Game 1

The Philadelphia Phillies blew two leads to the Atlanta Braves in Game 1, but a three-run home run by Austin Riley off Jhoan Duran was the nail in the coffin.

Derek Hill News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 29

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.

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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29

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.

Chris Sale just did something he hadn't done since Opening Day

Michael King fires seven strong innings as Padres blank Cubs in Game 1

Hagen Smith gave the White Sox what they needed as Game 1 opener

Colson Montgomery makes White Sox history with postseason HR

Sean Burke vs. Hunter Brown: How starters match up in Game 2

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.