Kyle Schwarber sets Phillies franchise record with home run against Atlanta Braves
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Last updated Sep 7, 2026
Kyle Schwarber hit his 230th home run as a member of the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday, surpassing Ryan Howard for the most in franchise history. The solo shot occurred in the eighth inning against the Atlanta Braves and served as the only run of the game, resulting in a 1-0 Philadelphia victory. This performance marked Schwarber’s 43rd home run of the season, bringing his year-to-date totals to 87 RBIs across 138 games. The win moves the Phillies to a record of 81-63, leaving them four games behind the Atlanta Braves in the NL East standings. Schwarber, currently signed through 2030, continues to serve as a primary power hitter for the club as they remain in the division race.
- •Kyle Schwarber hit his 230th home run as a Phillie to pass Ryan Howard.
- •The solo home run in the eighth inning secured a 1-0 win against the Atlanta Braves.
- •Schwarber has recorded 43 home runs and 87 RBIs over 138 games this season.
- •The Phillies hold an 81-63 record, remaining four games behind Atlanta in the division.
- 10:38 PMYahoo Sports — Kyle Schwarber Makes Phillies History in Win Over Braves
- 8:09 PMYahoo Sports — Kyle Schwarber surpasses Phillies legend for franchise record during win over Braves
"All-Star slugger Kyle Schwarber made history in the Philadelphia Phillies‘ 1-0 win over the Atlanta Braves. His game-winning home run in the eighth inning was the 230th as a Phillie.That breaks Ryan Howard’s record for most home runs over a five-year span with the franchise. Howard’s best five-year run with the long ball came from […] The post Kyle Schwarber Makes Phillies History in Win Over Braves appeared first on HEAVY.
"Kyle Schwarber made Philadelphia Phillies history during Monday’s matchup with the Atlanta Braves.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 10:38 PMKyle Schwarber Makes Phillies History in Win Over Braves
All-Star slugger Kyle Schwarber made history in the Philadelphia Phillies‘ 1-0 win over the Atlanta Braves. His game-winning home run in the eighth inning was the 230th as a Phillie.That breaks Ryan Howard’s record for most home runs over a five-year span with the franchise. Howard’s best five-year run with the long ball came from […] The post Kyle Schwarber Makes Phillies History in Win Over Braves appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 8:09 PMKyle Schwarber surpasses Phillies legend for franchise record during win over Braves
Kyle Schwarber made Philadelphia Phillies history during Monday’s matchup with the Atlanta Braves.
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