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Edmundo Sosa lauds Phillies unity after Cardinals series sweep

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Edmundo Sosa lauds Phillies unity after Cardinals series sweep

Summary

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Edmundo Sosa expressed confidence in his team's closeness following a comeback victory against the St. Louis Cardinals on August 23, 2026. He noted the squad's strong morale amid a challenging season marked by a 9-19 start and managerial changes. Sosa's three-run double in the eighth inning helped turn the tide, allowing Kyle Schwarber to deliver a walk-off home run to seal the win. This victory extends the Phillies' winning streak to nine games, placing them in a competitive position for a National League East title.

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•Sosa emphasized team unity following the Cardinals series sweep.
•Phillies overcame a 4-0 deficit for a comeback win on August 23.
•Sosa's double contributed to the comeback against Cardinals closer Riley O'Brien.
•Schwarber's walk-off home run marked the first since July 2023.
•The Phillies have now won nine consecutive games.

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2:07 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies’ Edmundo Sosa Makes Bold Statement After Cardinals Series Sweep

What they're saying

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They say nothing brings a team closer than winning. Philadelphia Phillies infielder Edmundo Sosa certainly believes that. Following their epic comeback against the St. Louis Cardinals, Sosa said this about his team.“I think we’re the closest ever,” Sosa told 94 WIP’s Dave Uram, through interpreter Diego D’Aniello. “I truly believe any player can do what […] The post Phillies’ Edmundo Sosa Makes Bold Statement After Cardinals Series Sweep appeared first on HEAVY.
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