Rays dominate Phillies 12-1 in Philadelphia amid struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 12-1 at Citizens Bank Park on September 26, 2026. The game highlighted concerns within the Phillies organization, as Aaron Nola started on two days' rest, indicating panic among the coaching staff. The team continues to face challenges with player injuries and roster management. Moving forward, significant changes may be necessary to improve their playoff prospects.
- •Rays scored 12 runs against the Phillies on September 26.
- •Phillies ace Aaron Nola pitched on only two days' rest.
- •Concerns about roster decisions and injury management mount for the Phillies.
- •Jonathan Bowlan has not faced hitters since September 17.
- •Phillies potentially face necessary organizational changes.
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Who cares?: Rays 12, Phillies 1
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