Phillies use bunting strategy with ghost runner in extra innings

In extra innings against the Toronto Blue Jays on August 9, 2026, the Philadelphia Phillies employed a strategy of bunting the ghost runner to advance base runners and score. In the tenth inning, Bryson Stott successfully moved J.T. Realmuto to third base, but the plan faltered as the inning ended without a run. The strategy was again attempted in the eleventh and twelfth innings; however, the third attempt resulted in a base hit from Realmuto, leading to a tying run. The game’s eventual outcome remains unconfirmed as the match continues in progress.

• 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — What do you think about bunting the ghost runner over in extra innings?