Phillies draw 13 walks but struggle to score in loss to Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies faced the Washington Nationals on September 15, 2026, drawing a season-high 13 walks but managing only three runs. Despite having multiple baserunners, the team's performance with runners in scoring position faltered. Left fielder Kyle Schwarber hit his 45th home run of the season. The Phillies are in a tight race for a postseason berth as they work to improve their offensive consistency. As the season nears its end, Andrew Painter's potential role in the postseason remains uncertain.
- •Phillies recorded 13 walks in the game against the Nationals.
- •Kyle Schwarber hit his 45th home run of the season.
- •The team scored only three runs despite numerous baserunners.
- •Andrew Painter's postseason role remains undecided.
- •The regular season is approaching its end.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies News: Kyle Schwarber, Andrew Painter, Bryan Rincon
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