Phillies and Orioles game called due to rain after six innings

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Phillies and Orioles game called due to rain after six innings
Summary

The Philadelphia Phillies faced the Baltimore Orioles on August 2, 2026, when their game was called after six innings due to inclement weather. The Phillies led 8-0 at the time, with Zack Wheeler pitching two scoreless innings before the rain delay. Interim manager Don Mattingly expressed disappointment over losing Wheeler early in the game. Despite the abbreviated result, the victory secured a series win for the Phillies, improving their record to 59-53 as they hold the final NL Wild Card spot. The Phillies are set to begin a new series against the Washington Nationals on August 3.

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  • Game called after six innings due to rain.
  • Phillies led 8-0 when the game was stopped.
  • Zack Wheeler pitched two perfect innings before the delay.
  • Phillies secured a series win against the Orioles.
  • Next series starts against the Washington Nationals on August 3.
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  • 4:53 AMYahoo SportsPhillies’ Don Mattingly doesn’t hide disappointment over called game vs. Orioles
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The Philadelphia Phillies and the Baltimore Orioles had their game on Sunday called due to inclement weather.

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