Alright, it really does come down to today. It shouldn’t, but it does. The Phillies’ magic number is down to 1 and they need either a win or an Arizona loss to back into the playoffs, whether you want them…
The Philadelphia Phillies enter the final game of the regular season needing either a victory or a loss by Arizona to clinch a postseason berth. Heading into game 162 on September 27, 2026, the team's magic number stands at one to secure their spot in the playoffs.
Starting pitcher Zack Wheeler is scheduled to take the mound for the Phillies in the decisive matchup. The regular season finale follows a 12-1 defeat against the Tampa Bay Rays at Citizens Bank Park the previous day.
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