Phillies seek to improve home performance as wild card race tightens

The Philadelphia Phillies, after a successful road sweep against the Minnesota Twins, face the need to strengthen their home games, especially against the Marlins and Cardinals. Reports suggest that unless there is an unlikely run to the World Series, Alex Cora is set to become the next Phillies manager. The competition for the final wild card spot is expected to intensify in the upcoming week. MLB mourns the passing of Tommy John at age 83, known for both his pitching career and the surgery that bears his name.

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