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Phillies complete sweep of Cardinals and make MLB history

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 6:04 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Phillies complete sweep of Cardinals and make MLB history

Summary

The Philadelphia Phillies swept the St. Louis Cardinals following a dramatic four-run comeback in the ninth inning on August 23, 2026. Kyle Schwarber's two-run home run capped off the rally, marking the Phillies' ninth consecutive victory. They made MLB history by achieving five wins after trailing with two outs and two strikes in the ninth inning this season, a record since pitch tracking began in 1988. Currently at 73-58, the Phillies are sitting just three games behind the Atlanta Braves in the NL East and are preparing for a series against the Seattle Mariners as they head into a nine-game road trip.

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By the Numbers

•Phillies have won nine consecutive games.
•Schwarber's home run capped a comeback against the Cardinals.
•Philadelphia now has five historic late-game victories this season.
•Phillies are 3.0 games behind the Braves in the NL East.
•Next series is against the Seattle Mariners on their road trip.

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The Philadelphia Phillies are absolutely rolling right now. After sweeping the St. Louis Cardinals this weekend, courtesy of an epic four-run comeback in the ninth inning on Sunday afternoon, which was capped off with a Kyle Schwarber 2-run home run, the Phillies have won nine consecutive MLB games, and it’s clear that the baseball gods […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Made Unique MLB History During Cardinals Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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