Aaron Nola shows improved form for Phillies during playoff push
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola has regained his form recently, going 2-1 with a 2.54 ERA and 34 strikeouts in his last five starts. This resurgence comes after a difficult first half of the season, where he struggled with a 5.82 ERA. Nola's performance is crucial for the Phillies, who currently hold the second Wild Card spot in the National League and are on a six-game winning streak. Despite his improvement, Nola still faces challenges, allowing the most home runs in baseball this year, indicating the need for further adjustments as the season progresses.
- •Nola is 2-1 with a 2.54 ERA in his last five starts.
- •He has struck out 34 batters in 28.2 innings during this span.
- •The Phillies are on a six-game winning streak.
- •Nola has allowed the most home runs in baseball this year.
- •Philadelphia is currently in the second Wild Card spot in the National League.
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Nola's Season Takes Shocking Turn For Phillies
"After a brutal first half, Nola looks like his old self again
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