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Phillies' decision to use Duran early backfires in Game 1 loss

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Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Phillies' decision to use Duran early backfires in Game 1 loss
Summary

The Philadelphia Phillies lost 5-3 to the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on September 29. Interim manager Don Mattingly brought in All-Star closer Jhoan Duran in the seventh inning to cover the final three frames. Duran had a quick seventh but struggled in the eighth, allowing a three-run homer to Austin Riley that gave the Braves the lead. The Phillies now face a must-win situation in Game 2, set for September 30, as they seek to stay alive in the series. Mattingly will start Cristopher Sánchez in the pivotal game.

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  • •Phillies lead 3-2 before Duran allows three-run homer in the eighth.
  • •Duran pitched two innings, giving up three runs on 27 pitches.
  • •Cristopher Sánchez will start for the Phillies in Game 2.
  • •The series is a best-of-three format, increasing pressure on Philadelphia.
  • •Duran's availability for Game 2 is uncertain after his appearance.
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  • 5:54 AMYahoo Sports — Mattingly’s decision to bring in Phillies closer Duran in the 7th inning backfires in loss to Braves
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Unfortunately for Duran and the Phillies, Duran’s second inning — the eighth — was not quick or successful.

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