Phillies overcome 4-0 deficit to sweep Cardinals in dramatic win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 5:38 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies staged a remarkable comeback against the St. Louis Cardinals on August 24, winning 6-4 after trailing 4-0 entering the bottom of the ninth inning. The team managed to tie the game with two outs and two strikes, capitalizing on a late rally that included four consecutive hits. Interim manager Don Mattingly acknowledged the unexpected nature of the victory and highlighted the team's determination. This win marks the Phillies' ninth consecutive victory, as they continue to close in on the Atlanta Braves in the NL East division race, sitting just three games back. The Phillies have now won five games this season after trailing with two outs in the ninth, the most by any team since 1988.
- •Phillies were down 4-0 before rallying in the ninth inning.
- •They hit four consecutive singles to tie and win the game.
- •This marks their ninth straight victory in the 2026 season.
- •The Phillies are now three games behind the Braves in the NL East.
- •Don Mattingly's managerial record since April is 64-39.
- 5:38 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies’ Don Mattingly Makes Honest Admission About Comeback Win vs. Cardinals
"The Philadelphia Phillies pulled off a comeback against the St. Louis Cardinals. Trailing 4-0 entering the bottom of the ninth, the Phillies stunned the Cardinals 6-4 to secure a series sweep. It was an outcome that no one was expecting, not even their manager.“I don’t know if you can really explain that,” said Phillies interim […] The post Phillies’ Don Mattingly Makes Honest Admission About Comeback Win vs. Cardinals appeared first on HEAVY.
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