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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.
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 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
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.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / September 29
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Jesus Luzardo News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 29
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.
Austin Riley News / Yardbarker / September 29
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.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / September 29
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.
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.
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
Phillies vs. Braves: Breaking down the 2026 season series
The familiar NL East foes will clash to open the playoffs.
Philadelphia Phillies News / New Baseball Media / September 28
How the Phillies Made the 2026 MLB Postseason
The Phillies made multiple opportunities to lock up a playoff spot over the final week. But ultimately, Philadelphia took it down to the wire, clinching a berth on the final day of the regular season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 27
Phillies Dump World Series Champion Pitcher Before Playoffs
The Philadelphia Phillies designated right-hander José Urquidy for assignment on Sunday, a short-term roster move that closed a 10-day cameo for a pitcher once central to a World Series champion, via the MLB transaction log.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27
Phillies beat Rays to clinch final NL playoff spot in Game 162
Zack Wheeler pitched six strong innings and Kyle Schwarber drove in two runs as the Philadelphia Phillies clinched their fifth straight postseason berth with a 7-3 win over the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 27
Phillies Activate Jesus Luzardo, Designate Jose Urquidy For Assignment
The Phillies officially activated lefty Jesus Luzardo ahead of their season finale against the Rays, per a team announcement. Right-hander Jose Urquidy was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.
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 / 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.
Zack Wheeler News / Yardbarker / September 22
Zack Wheeler collects 2,000th strikeout, makes Phillies history in dominant outing
Entering play on Tuesday, only 95 pitchers in MLB history had reached 2,000 career strikeouts. That was until Wheeler took the mound against the Milwaukee Brewers and reached the milestone that so few before him have been able to.
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