Phillies survive Braves with late inning surge despite bullpen struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies topped the Atlanta Braves, 9-4, on September 13, 2026, fueled by a seven-run eighth inning. The bullpen again faltered, with Jose Alvarado conceding a run in the seventh and Tanner Banks allowing a two-run home run in the ninth. Despite recent struggles, Andrew Painter's recent improvement suggests he could bolster the bullpen for the postseason. Painter, who has a solid 3.58 ERA in his last nine starts, may be transitioned to a relief role as the playoffs approach.
- •Phillies scored seven runs in the eighth inning against the Braves.
- •Jose Alvarado and Tanner Banks struggled in relief during the game.
- •Andrew Painter has shown improvement with a recent 3.58 ERA.
- •Phillies have limited late-inning options as the playoffs near.
- •Painter could move to the bullpen for October games.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies' Bullpen Woes Could Have Unexpected Solution
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