Phillies stage late comeback to stay alive against Braves in playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 10:27 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies trailed 3-1 in the eighth inning but rallied to win 4-3 against the Atlanta Braves on September 30, 2026. Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper each hit home runs to tie the game, followed by Alec Bohm's two-out homer that secured the win. The victory prevents the Phillies from an early offseason and sets up a winner-take-all game on October 1. Interim manager Don Mattingly’s job may have been on the line with a loss, making this comeback significant for the franchise’s future.
- •Phillies overcame a 3-1 deficit in the eighth inning.
- •Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper hit crucial home runs.
- •Alec Bohm's homer clinched the dramatic victory.
- •The win sets up a decisive Game 5 against the Braves.
- •Interim manager Don Mattingly's future hinges on playoff performance.
- 10:27 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies never say die with dramatic comeback to stay alive vs Braves
"Phillies' biggest sluggers came through in the clutch to keep their team's season alive.
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