Angels squander lead in ninth after home run robbery vs. Phillies

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Angels squander lead in ninth after home run robbery vs. Phillies
Summary

The Los Angeles Angels faced a dramatic ninth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies on August 28. Wade Meckler made a leaping catch to rob a home run, preserving a lead before Edmundo Sosa hit a pinch-hit, go-ahead grand slam, leading to a 5-3 victory for the Phillies. The Angels had two runners on in the bottom of the ninth but could not capitalize, ending the game without scoring. With this loss, the Angels continue to struggle this season, while the Phillies improve their Wild Card positioning.

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  • Angels led 3-1 before the ninth inning collapse.
  • Meckler's catch saved a home run off Ben Joyce.
  • Sosa's grand slam marked his first career homer.
  • Angels had two on but failed to score in the ninth.
  • Phillies solidify playoff push, now 1.5 games behind Cubs.
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  • 4:41 AMYahoo SportsAngels get game-saving HR robbery vs. Phillies, then give up go-ahead grand slam
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