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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / October 5

All hands on deck? Ranger Suárez could appear in Game 2 as Phillies make nearly every pitcher available

PHILADELPHIA — Ranger Suárez sat in the bullpen for Game 1 of the National League Division Series, unused as two Philadelphia relievers combined to blow the lead in the seventh inning of a devastating loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / EssentiallySports / October 5

Rob Thomson Issues Big Harrison Bader Injury Update as Phillies Aim to Break MLB Curse After Dodgers Loss

Game 1 of the NLDS was a tough pill to swallow for the Philadelphia Phillies. Not only did they blow a lead against the Dodgers, but they also feared losing one of the key players on the way.

Philadelphia Phillies News / EssentiallySports / October 5

Phillies & Rob Thomson Reminded Of Bitter Past As NLDS Hopes Hits Snag After $3M Star’s Ultimatum to Clubhouse

The mood at Citizens Bank Park on Saturday night transformed in a matter of innings. What began as a confident Game 1 for the Phillies against the Dodgers quickly became a frustrating 5-3 loss.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 5

The Dodgers ‘gut-punch’ that brought back Phillies’ playoff demons

On Saturday evening, the Philadelphia Phillies dropped to 0-1 in their NLDS series against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 5-3 loss in front of their home fans.

Harrison Bader News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 5

Phillies Get Best Possible Injury News on Harrison Bader

Game 1 was not a good one for the Philadelphia Phillies. Not only did they blow a lead due to the bullpen and offensive lineup coming up small when it mattered most, but Harrison Bader also left early due to what was deemed to be a groin strain.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 5

Fangraphs updates top 100 and a few Phillies are there

It’s the end of the season, which means that several of the top 100 prospect lists are going to get spruced up. Players rising, players falling, players added via draft and international signing debuts.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 5

It’s time for the stars to shine for the Phillies

On August 28th, Kyle Schwarber hit four home runs in the Phillies’ 19-4 drubbing of the Atlanta Braves. The Phillies were rolling along to another division title and all was wonderful in the land.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 5

Which was the bigger culprit in the Phillies’ Game 1 loss?

The dust has settled a bit, the reactions coming down from the extreme and we’re left to dissect. Los Angeles came in and outlasted the Phillies, getting the big hit from one of their top hitters that the Phillies were just not able to get for themselves.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 5

Phillies Arizona Fall League Primer: Roster, Schedule, TV, Players to Watch

The Philadelphia Phillies are sending eight prospects to get a head start on development for the 2026 season during the Arizona Fall League, which starts on Sunday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 5

Phillies news: Rob Thomson, Cristopher Sanchez, playoffs

Quite the gut punch of a loss, but not back breaking. Not yet. It’s still one game and the team does still have the ability to come back and get a win on Monday.

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Harrison Bader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 5

Phillies’ Harrison Bader breaks silence on concerning injury

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader left Game 1 of the NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers, a game they lost 5-3 on Saturday at Citizens Bank Park.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / October 5

Phillies Suffer Brutal $6.25M NLDS Setback as Kyle Schwarber & Co. Fail to Exploit Shohei Ohtani Handicap

The Los Angeles Dodgers hadn’t won a postseason series against the Philadelphia Phillies since 1978, but that changed on Saturday night. Against 45,000 raucous Phillies fans, Shohei Ohtani settled down after a three-run second to strike out nine in six innings and lead the Dodgers to a 5-3 win over Kyle Schwarber and Co.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 5

Shohei Ohtani a part of MLB history with Dodgers teammate

Shohei Ohtani a part of MLB postseason history with Dodgers teammate

As is often the case with Shohei Ohtani on the mound, the Los Angeles Dodgers' series-opening win was historic.

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Harrison Bader News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 5

Phillies' Harrison Bader to undergo imaging for groin injury

The Phillies pulled outfielder Harrison Bader from Game 1 of the NLDS against the Dodgers tonight due to what was at first described by the team as hamstring tightness, but manager Rob Thomson later relayed to reporters (including Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic) that the issue was actually groin tightness.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / October 4

Los Angeles Dodgers Storm Back To Defeat the Philadelphia Phillies In Game 1 Of NLDS

Saturday night at Citizens Bank Park felt like one of those games that would make your grandfather throw his cap at the TV. The Philadelphia Phillies had everything going their way early, then watched it all crumble faster than a stale cheesesteak.

Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 4

Watch Mike Schmidt throw NLDS Game 1 first pitch to Bryce Harper

The Philadelphia Phillies kicked off their postseason on Saturday, hosting the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS. Philadelphia earned a first-round bye after securing the No.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 5

Phillies make bizarre decision on Nick Castellanos before NLDS Game 1

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 4

Dodgers star backstop left out of lineup for NLDS Game 1 vs. Phillies

He has been on the injured list with a hairline fracture in his hand.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 4

Phillies Leave Disappointing Signing Off NLDS Roster Following Brutal Season

The Philadelphia Phillies are headed into the postseason starting Saturday evening with a mindset of this potentially being this current group's final shot at World Series glory.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 4