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October is near and the Phillies are chasing again

Foul Territory Network — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

The Phillies’ offense flipped a switch in August. They weren’t chasing as much. They weren’t striking out as much. They were walking more, putting the ball in play more, getting on base more, scoring more.

They were winning more.

But those old, bad habits resurfaced in a 3-4 homestand. Can they get it turned around? We talk about the at-bats, the base running, Zack Wheeler’s bounceback, Jhoan Duran’s struggles with the splitter, the upcoming Braves series and more.

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Are We Sure We Want Homefield Advantage In The Playoffs?

Audacy — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:20:53 GMT

Too many little mistakes cost Phillies a HUGE chance to gain ground in NL East

NBC Sports Philadelphia — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:23:46 GMT

The Phillies deficit to the Braves in the NL East remains at four games after losing two of three to the Astros. Sean Kane and Spencer McKercher break down the series and express their concerns as the Phils get set for another important series against the Braves this weekend.

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Phillies Today (9/10/26): Phils lose 2 of 3 to the Astros & Braves series preview

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:45:08 GMT

PHILLIES POSTCAST: Philadelphia Phillies CAN'T BACK Wheeler's Gem in 2-1 Loss to Houston Astros

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:31:44 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies fall to the Houston Astros, 2-1 despite seven innings of one-run baseball from Zack Wheeler.

Taylor Trammell drove in the Astros’ only run off Phillies’s starter Zack Wheeler. The left fielder came up with an RBI double in the 2nd inning.

The Phillies responded off Cristian Javier with an RBI ground out by Bryson Stott in the 5th that featured ANOTHER base running blunder by the Phillies. This time it was Alec Bohm trying to take 3rd base and hesitating from 2nd to 3rd in the process.

Zack Wheeler tossed seven innings of one-run baseball allowing five hits and issuing two walks while striking out nine.

Astros’ starter Cristian Javier also allowed one run in his start. He gave up three hits, one walk and struck out five.

Segment 1: PLAYER OF THE GAME - TURNING POINT - WHAT YOU’LL BE TALKING ABOUT

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Kyle Schwarber Carries The Phillies To Within 3 Games Of Braves

ALLCITY Network — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:53:53 GMT

🔴 PHILLIES WIN IT WITH A SCHWARBIG SWING! ⚾️💥 Schwarber's Slam, Braves Chase, Sanchez Struggles & MLB Expansion Talk

Kyle Schwarber does it AGAIN!

🚨 The Philadelphia Phillies rallied past the Houston Astros 11-7 behind a massive Schwarber grand slam that blew the game open in a wild six-run 6th inning! 💪🔥 We break down the big swing, what it means for the stretch run, and why the Phillies are now just 3 games back of the Atlanta Braves 🐍 in the NL East race with October right around the corner! 📆

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⚾️ Kyle Schwarber's go-ahead grand slam vs. the Astros — the swing that flipped the game

📉 Phillies within 3 games of the Braves for the NL East crown — can Philly complete the comeback?

🏃‍♂️ Phillies' ongoing base running woes — the mental mistakes that keep costing them

🥎 Cristopher Sánchez gets hit around again — is his second-half slide a real concern heading into the playoffs?

🌎 MLB Expansion buzz — Nashville, Charlotte, Portland, Sacramento & Montreal all making their pitch for a 32nd team

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INSIDE CROSSOVER: What CHANGED for Philadelphia Phillies & Don Mattingly To TURN the SEASON AROUND?

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies seize control of the National League Wild Card race as Luis Arraez’s arrival ignites their offense and the starting rotation emerges as a major postseason threat. Can the Phillies transform late-season momentum into another deep playoff run, or will the Chicago Cubs’ slugging lineup and breakout star Pete Crow-Armstrong derail their hopes?

Paul Francis Sullivan and Connor Thomas break down the Phillies’ strategic options, the impact of Don Mattingly’s leadership after replacing Rob Thompson, and how pitchers like Jesús Luzardo, Zack Wheeler, and Cristopher Sanchez shape their October potential. Key discussion points include playoff experience versus Cubs’ youth, the analytics debate surrounding contact hitters like Arraez, and how Philadelphia’s red-hot finish positions them for upcoming battles against elite National League teams. Will this rotation overload spark a championship run, or raise tough decisions before Milwaukee looms?

00:00 Phillies Wild Card Outlook
Discussion on Phillies' season turnaround, Rob Thomson's replacement by Don Mattingly, and NL Wild Card race context.
08:16 Phillies vs. Cubs Matchup
Analyzing the potential Phillies vs. Cubs Wild Card series — playoff experience, key player matchups, pitching staff advantages, and Luis Arraez's trade impact.
21:10 Phillies Pitching Strategy
Debating Phillies playoff pitching rotation, strength of rotation, and Mattingly’s possible philosophical changes plus look ahead at the rest of the season and NLDS matchup.

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Phillies Show Some Heart

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:12:00 GMT

The Phillies enter the final game of their series against the Astros splitting the first two games, falling behind early before rallying late in each. Kyle Schwarber once again is playing the hero, but the rest of the lineup is joining in, too. John Stolnis of The Good Phight recaps the first two games of the series, and discusses one big thing happening in MLB that is driving him crazy and needs to end, forever.

Final Out: Schwarber Grand Slam Caps Off Comeback

Audacy — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:42:08 GMT

PHILLIES POSTCAST: KYLE SCHWARBER'S GRAND SLAM helps Philadelphia Phillies to 11-7 win over Astros!

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:36:01 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies win a wild one against the Houston Astros 11-7 to even their series at a game apiece.

The craziness began in the third ending when the Astros scored four in their half of the inning only to see the Phillies respond with four of their own in the bottom of the 3rd. Cam Smith took Cristopher Sanchez deep for a two-run home run in the top of the 4th inning to take a 6-4 lead, The Phillies would get a run back in the 5TH when Trea Turner hit a solo home run to right-center field to make it a 6-5 ball game

But in the sixth inning, the Phillies would take over. Edmundo Sosa came up with an RBI single to tie the score at 6 followed by a bases-loaded walk by Brian De La Cruz to give the Phillies a 7-6 lead. Then Kyle Schwarber delivered the death blow, a 408 foot grand slam home run on a 3-2 sweep that hung unjust enough for the Schwarbarian to clobber it to give the Phillies an 11-6 lead, It marked Schwarber’s 44th homer of the season.

Cristopher Sanchez night was done after six allowing six runs on 10 hits striking out three and throwing 81 pitches. Despite those numbers Sanchez still picks up his 17th win of the season.

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Base running mistakes sink the Phillies yet again

Foul Territory Network — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:27:48 GMT

The fundamentals and the little things cost the Phillies in the 2025 NLDS against Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers. It cost them again on Tuesday night in a 6-5 loss to the Astros.

We dig into the Phillies’ latest base running blunders late in Tuesday's game, including Brandon Marsh getting double up at second base and Edmundo Sosa not hustling down the first-base line on a fly ball to deep right-center field in the ninth.

We also talk about Andrew Painter’s start, Cristopher Sánchez start on Wednesday and how the Phillies might line up the rotation for the postseason.

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BONEHEADED: Philadelphia Phillies Costly Base Running MISTAKES Sabotage Chances vs Houston Astros

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:48:20 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies stumble in a narrow 6-5 loss to the Houston Astros, with costly base running blunders by Brandon Marsh and Edmundo Sosa leaving fans and analysts questioning the team’s playoff readiness. Can the Phillies clean up their mental errors before the postseason, or will these self-inflicted wounds haunt their October ambitions?

Connor Thomas breaks down the Phillies’ latest struggles, dissecting Andrew Painter’s tough outing, critical bullpen concerns, and the domino effect of fundamental mistakes on the team’s playoff blueprint. The episode spotlights Aidan Miller’s encouraging return from injury at Double-A Reading, providing hope for the franchise’s future, while also examining the shifting infield outlook amid Trea Turner’s uncertain role. How can the Phillies piece together consistent playoff wins with razor-thin margins and a shaky bullpen? Don’t miss this sharp analysis of Philadelphia’s path to October.

00:00 Phillies' Costly Baserunning Mistakes
12:31 Aidan Miller Injury Update & Phillies Infield Future
25:09 Phillies' Path to Playoff Wins

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PHILLIES POSTCAST: Painter, MORE bad base running DOOM Philadelphia Phillies in 6-5 LOSS to Astros

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:03:07 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies fall to the Houston Astros 6-5 thanks to Andrew Painter’s location issues returning and MORE bad bases running.

Andrew Painter allowed 5 runs on 10 hits and 2 walks while throwing 98 pitches over just 5 innings of work. Painter allowed a 3-run homer in the 2nd to Astros’ 7-hole hitter Christian Walker on a sinker that leaked inside … then he allowed a solo shot to 9-hole hitter Cam Smith on a sweeper JT Called for away, but it ended up all ovet the middle of the plate.

Brooks Raley gave up another homer this one to Dalton Varsho a solo homer that proved to be the difference in the game.

The Phillies bats did come up with 5 runs on 10 hits, but came up with more base running blunders! The MOST egregious came in the 7th, with Marsh on 2nd, Stott on Third, Phillies down two, with no outs, Realmuto lines out to short and Marsh gets doubled off 2nd!

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Final Out: There Was No Moral Victory Tonight

Audacy — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:35:10 GMT

Phillies Split With Atlanta Braves As Jesus Luzardo Marvels

ALLCITY Network — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:22:55 GMT

⚾🔴 PHILLIES WEEKEND RECAP: Braves Split, Schwarber's Chase, Luzardo Dominates & the Playoff Push Heats Up!

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The Phillies split their crucial 4-game set with the division-rival Atlanta Braves this weekend at Citizens Bank Park!

🏟️ We break down every big swing, every key at-bat, and what it means for Philly's chances of catching Atlanta in the NL East. 🎯

🚀 In this episode:
✅ Full breakdown of the Phillies-Braves weekend series and the NL East standings shakeup

💣 Kyle Schwarber's MLB-leading home run pace and his push toward 50+ bombs 🧨

🎯 Jesús Luzardo's dominant outing on the mound — the strikeouts, the swagger, the brilliance 🔥

🆚 What to watch as Houston rolls into town for a huge Astros series 👀

📊 Where the Phillies stand in both the NL East race AND the NL Wild Card chase heading into the stretch run 🏁

Phillies baseball in September means one thing: it's go time. 💪 Every game matters now — from Schwarber's bat to Luzardo's arm to the standings in both the division and the Wild Card. Let's get into it! 🎙️

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The Wait Is Over, I'm Now Taking Over

Paul Boye and Matt Gelb — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Jesús Luzardo is the man these days, never more so than at this moment following his masterful complete game shutout to cap a split of the Phillies' four-game series with Atlanta over Labor Day weekend. With time running out on the division but a playoff berth firmly in control, the Phillies now have 18 regular season games left to get their affairs (and seeding) in order.

We review pitching plans, overcoming the biggest weaknesses, and the need to really go for it.

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OVER: Did The Philadelphia Phillies Hopes Of WINNING NL East Officially END In Split With Braves?

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:44:53 GMT

The Philadelphia Phillies split crucial series with Atlanta Braves—has the NL East race ended before the season even finishes? Connor Thomas breaks down why Atlanta’s grip on the division looks ironclad after missed opportunities and bullpen woes in a hard-fought four-game standoff. Key moments include Aaron Nola’s gem, Jesús Luzardo’s shutout, and the bullpen’s missteps that defined game outcomes, raising big questions about the Phillies’ postseason ceiling.

From Zack Wheeler’s restored dominance to Ronald Acuña Jr. embracing full villain status in Philadelphia, the conversation spotlights the heated rivalry, shifting playoff seeding strategies, and why home-field advantage against the Chicago Cubs in a potential Wild Card series matters now more than ever. Can the Phillies find the right mix of consistency and clutch pitching to make a postseason run, or will their bullpen be their undoing?

00:00 Phillies-Braves Series Recap
Overview and implications of the Phillies’ split with the Braves; assessment of the NL East race.
13:01 Series Positives & Negatives
Deep dive into the takeaways from the Braves series: starting pitching, bullpen concerns, and overall team outlook.
25:17 Ronald Acuña Jr. as Villain
Analysis of Acuña’s impact, Philadelphia fans’ reactions, and the dynamic of sports rivalry.

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