Phillies risk historic playoff collapse
The gist
The Phillies lost 12-1 to the Rays and need Game 162 to avoid a historic collapse.
A loss Sunday could end a season that once led by 6 1/2 games.
How it unfolded
- Sep 1, 2026Phillies held a 6 1/2-game lead over Arizona for the final NL Wild Card spot.
- Sep 7, 2026Jesús Luzardo has been out with an achy shoulder since Sept. 7.
- Sep 24, 2026A loss to the Brewers took a back seat to a concerning Luis Arraez ankle injury.