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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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Don Mattingly News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 28
Manager Don Mattingly Still Has Uncertain Future With Phillies Despite Success
The Philadelphia Phillies have officially made the postseason, and while it was a strange road to get there, it was an impressive accomplishment considering how the team started the year. While it might feel like a long time ago, the Phillies were at one point this season (9-19) with the worst run differential in baseball.
Luis Arraez News / Field Level Media / September 28
2B Luis Arraez (ankle) left off Phillies' NL wild-card roster
ATLANTA -- Philadelphia second baseman Luis Arraez will miss the National League wild-card series against the Atlanta Braves with a left ankle injury. Arraez, who injured his ankle Thursday and has not played since, was replaced on the roster by infielder Otto Kemp.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 28
Trea Turner Sends Chris Sale Message Before Phillies-Braves Wild Card Series
The Philadelphia Phillies are preparing to face the Atlanta Braves in the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday, and the Phillies shortstop Trea Turner is looking forward to the matchup.
MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 28
Phillies Announce Game 1 Pitching Plans Against Braves in NL Wild Card
The Philadelphia Phillies are getting set for the Wild Card Round against the Atlanta Braves and things will be starting out on Tuesday afternoon in Atlanta.
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.
Edmundo Sosa News / Athlon Sports / September 28
Edmundo Sosa tweaked his groin on a double but says he will be ready for the playoffs: 'Wrap it up,' he said after the injury
Edmundo Sosa gave the Philadelphia Phillies a brief injury scare Sunday, but the infielder did not seem interested in letting it end his regular season.
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.
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.
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.
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).
Luis Arraez 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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