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Phillies Reveal Heavy Right-Handed Lineup to Face Chris Sale in Game 1

The Philadelphia Phillies are getting set for Game 1 of the National Wild Card Round against the Atlanta Braves, and they will have a tough challenge against Chris Sale. It was certainly an interesting road to get here for the Phillies, but the team has made the playoffs, and this is a veteran group that is built to win in October.

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Phillies Announce Wild Card Round Roster Against Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies' pursuit of a World Series title begins in the National League Wild Card Series against a familiar foe: the Atlanta Braves. As the No.

MLB News / The Good Phight / September 29

Three matchups to watch in the Phillies-Braves Wild Card series

The likelihood started to look extremely dim over the weekend, but the Phillies did indeed clinch a postseason spot and thus a ticket to Atlanta to take on the Braves in the best of three Wild Card series.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 29

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.

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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?

The 'MLB all-time K-leaders' quiz

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Jonathan Bowlan News / The Good Phight / September 29

NL Wild Card X-factor: Jonathan Bowlan

If the Phillies are going to have a chance against the Braves, there will have to have been several things that go their way. We can talk all day about the offense and their need to hit and that is a great place to start.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 29

Three Reasons Why Phillies Can Beat Braves in Wild Card Round

The Philadelphia Phillies were finally able to clinch a playoff spot in Game 162, and they will be facing off against the Atlanta Braves in the NL Wild Card Round. Following an up-and-down season for the Phillies, they are exactly where they expected to be in the MLB Postseason.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / September 29

What does the Phillies’ September mean for their playoff hopes? Nothing, it turns out

It is tempting to use a team’s September play to try and project how they’ll fare in October. Especially when that September was as near-disastrous as the one the Phillies just had.

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 / Phillies Nation / September 29

Who will be in the broadcast booth for Phillies vs. Braves playoff series?

This week, all four MLB Wild Card Series will air across NBC, NBC Sports Network, and the streaming service Peacock, marking the first time the network has broadcast postseason baseball since the 2000 ALCS. And when Phillies fans tune in on Tuesday at 2 p.m.

Derek Hill News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 29

Predicting Phillies Wild Card Lineup Against Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies didn’t make it easy on themselves, needing to win on the final day of the regular season to qualify for the playoffs. But after several underwhelming games strung together, the team rallied and got the job done in Game 162, defeating the Tampa Bay Rays to clinch the No.

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.

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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 28

3 bold predictions for Phillies-Braves NL Wild Card Series

The Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies meet again in the postseason, but this time, their season could end after only two games. The Braves (94-68) host the best-of-three NL Wild Card Series beginning Tuesday at Truist Park.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 28

This overlooked player will make or break Phillies’ chances vs. Braves in NL Wild Card round

The Philadelphia Phillies spent the final week of the regular season trying to avoid a collapse. They secured a playoff spot with a win on Sunday, but their reward is a trip to Atlanta for a best-of-three Wild Card Series against the Braves.

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The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 28

Ranking 4 Most Important Pitchers for Phillies in Wild Card Round

The Philadelphia Phillies didn’t make it easy on themselves, but they finally clinched a spot in the postseason on the final day of the regular season, beating the Tampa Bay Rays 7-3.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Baseball Now / September 28

What Does Jesús Luzardo Starting Game 1 For Phillies Really Mean?

The Philadelphia Phillies are starting Jesús Luzardo in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday. Luzardo missed a chunk of time after his last start, which was coincidentally against the Braves, with a shoulder injury.

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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Lead / September 28

The Best Moments of the Phillies’ Recent Postseasons

It took longer than anyone wanted, but the Philadelphia Phillies officially punched their ticket to the 2026 MLB Postseason. By narrowly avoiding a disastrous

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