Phillies overcome Nationals with last-minute rally in June 25 matchup
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Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies rallied to defeat the Washington Nationals 5-4 on June 25 at Nationals Park. Trailing late in the game, the Phillies found momentum with a pinch-hit homer to secure the win. Initially, the Nationals led thanks to early home runs from Luis García Jr. and Jorbit Vivas. Philadelphia responded with multiple runs in the fourth inning but faced challenges as the game progressed, including a potential injury to Alec Bohm. Kyle Schwarber's clutch performance late in the game turned the tide for the Phillies.
- •Phillies rally from behind to defeat Nationals 5-4.
- •Nationals initially lead with home runs from García Jr. and Vivas.
- •Phillies score three runs in the fourth inning.
- •Schwarber hits a pinch-hit homer to clinch the victory.
- •Game took place at Nationals Park on June 25.
- 2:06 AMYahoo Sports — Drag Me To Hill: Phillies 5, Nationals 4
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