Phillies deal with bullpen issues after extra-inning win over Blue Jays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:57 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies secured an extra-inning victory against the Toronto Blue Jays but are facing significant bullpen challenges as they head into the final stretch of the season. Despite winning, the bullpen has struggled, allowing late leads to slip in recent games. Currently holding the third NL wild-card spot, the Phillies are just one game ahead of the San Diego Padres, making their upcoming series against the St. Louis Cardinals crucial for their playoff hopes. Poor performances from relievers like Jose Alvarado and Orion Kerkering have raised concerns about their ability to hold leads in tight games moving forward.
- •Phillies won an extra-inning game against the Blue Jays.
- •Bullpen has blown leads in multiple recent games.
- •Philadelphia is in a tight playoff race for the NL wild card.
- •Next series against the Cardinals is critical.
- •Key relievers Alvarado and Kerkering struggling with consistency.
- 2:57 PMYahoo Sports — How on Earth can Phillies navigate final 40+ games with this bullpen?
"The Phillies walked off with an extra-inning victory over the Blue Jays on Sunday afternoon, yet Monday felt like anything but the morning after a win. It felt that way...
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