Derek Hill's walk-off single lifts Phillies past Blue Jays in 12 innings
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Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Derek Hill's walk-off single in the 12th inning secured a 7-6 victory for the Philadelphia Phillies against the Toronto Blue Jays on August 9, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park. The Phillies had initially built a three-run lead, courtesy of Kyle Schwarber's two home runs and strong pitching from Jesús Luzardo, who struck out 12 batters in seven innings. However, the Blue Jays rallied to tie the game in the eighth before both teams exchanged opportunities in extra innings. The win allowed the Phillies to salvage the last game of the series, after losing the first two games to Toronto.
- •Phillies led by three runs before the Blue Jays rallied in the eighth.
- •Kyle Schwarber hit two home runs for Philadelphia.
- •Jesús Luzardo recorded 12 strikeouts in his seven innings pitched.
- •The game extended into twelve innings after both teams tied in the eighth.
- •Phillies salvaged the final game of the series against the Blue Jays.
- 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — King of the Hill: Phillies 7, Blue Jays 6
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