Showing posts with label 2006. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2006. Show all posts

Monday, July 27, 2026

Philadelphia Phillies at Miami Marlins

2026 Chachi 2006 Topps Missing Links #10
2006 Topps #578

Monday, July 27th - 6:40
Tuesday, July 28th - 6:40
Wednesday, July 29th - 12:10


loanDepot park - Miami, FL
Monday night is a Bark at the Park night at the ballpark.
Philadelphia Phillies

2006 Phillies Leaders
Average:  Ryan Howard - .313
Runs:  Chase Utley - 131
Home Runs:  Ryan Howard - 58
RBIs:  Ryan Howard - 149
Stolen Bases:  Jimmy Rollins - 36

Wins:  Brett Myers - 12
ERA:  Brett Myers - 3.91
Strikeouts:  Brett Myers - 189
Saves:  Tom Gordon - 34
Miami Marlins

2006 Marlins Leaders
Average:  Miguel Cabrera - .339
Runs:  Hanley Ramirez - 119
Home Runs:  Dan Uggla - 27
RBIs:  Miguel Cabrera - 114
Stolen Bases:  Hanley Ramirez - 51

Wins:  Three tied with - 12
ERA:  Dontrelle Willis - 3.87
Strikeouts:  Scott Olsen - 166
Saves:  Joe Borowski - 36

Friday, July 24, 2026

New York Yankees at Philadelphia Phillies: The LeBron Era Begins

2006 Topps Updates & Highlights #UH100
2006 Topps #20

Friday, July 24th - 6:45
Saturday, July 25th - 6:05
Sunday, July 26th - 7:20


Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA
On Sunday, all kids receive a Phanatic hat.
New York Yankees 57-45
2nd Place in the A.L. East, 2 games behind the Rays

Yankees Probables
Cam Schlittler (9-6, 2.20)
Ryan Weathers (3-7, 4.40)
Will Warren (7-4, 4.00)

Yankees Leaders
Average:  Ben Rice - .277
Runs:  Ben Rice - 66
Home Runs:  Ben Rice - 30
RBIs:  Ben Rice - 71
Stolen Bases:  Jazz Chisolm - 27

Wins:  Cam Schlittler - 9
ERA:  Cam Schlittler - 2.20
Strikeouts:  Cam Schlittler - 145
Saves:  David Bednar - 18
Philadelphia Phillies 56-47
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 4 1/2 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables
Jesus Luzardo (9-4, 3.43)
TBD
Cristopher Sanchez (12-4, 2.65)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Brandon Marsh - .292
Runs:  Trea Turner - 69
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 33
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 61
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott and Trea Turner - 17

Wins:  Cristopher Sanchez - 12
ERA:  Cristopher Sanchez - 2.65
Strikeouts:  Cristopher Sanchez - 151
Saves:  Jhoan Duran - 24

Monday, July 20, 2026

Los Angeles Dodgers at Philadelphia Phillies: NLCS Preview?

2006 Topps #109
2006 Topps #398

Monday, July 20th - 7:10
Tuesday, July 21st - 6:40
Wednesday, July 22nd - 6:40


Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA
On Tuesday night, all kids will receive a Phillies Big Chain, featuring one of the best team logos in club history from the early 1980s.
Los Angeles Dodgers 63-37
1st Place in the N.L. West, 11 1/2 games ahead of the Diamondbacks

Dodgers Probables
Emmet Sheehan (4-6, 4.81)
Eric Lauer (3-0, 3.12)
Roki Sasaki (3-5, 4.98)

Dodgers Leaders
Average:  Shohei Ohtani - . 290
Runs:  Shohei Ohtani - 66
Home Runs:  Shohei Ohtani - 22
RBIs:  Andy Pages - 67
Stolen Bases:  Andy Pages - 8

Wins:  Justin Wrobleski and Yoshinobu Yamamoto - 10
ERA:  Justin Wrobleski - 2.69
Strikeouts:  Yoshinobu Yamamoto - 113
Saves:  Tanner Scott - 14
Philadelphia Phillies 55-45
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 3 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables
Cristopher Sanchez (11-4, 2.62)
Zack Wheeler (10-1, 2.13)
Aaron Nola (3-7, 5.68)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Brandon Marsh - .293
Runs:  Trea Turner - 66
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 33
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 61
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott and Trea Turner - 17

Wins:  Cristopher Sanchez - 11
ERA:  Cristopher Sanchez - 2.62
Strikeouts:  Cristopher Sanchez - 144
Saves:  Jhoan Duran - 24

Friday, July 17, 2026

All-Star Game Experience - Absolutely Amazing / All-Star Game - Complete Dud

2026 Chachi #59
2026 Chachi #58
2026 Chachi #56
2026 Chachi Friendly Encounters #7

American League All-Stars  4 
National League All-Stars  0 

Tuesday Night, July 14th
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

One Sentence Summary:  Citizens Bank Park was electric during the pregame ceremonies and for all the other mid-game festivities, but the 96th All-Star Game itself was fairly boring, as the American League pitching completely shut down the National League, 4-0.

What It Means:  There was absolutely nothing during the game for a Phillies fan (or a National League fan for that matter) to cheer for.  Still, it was worth the six-year wait between the announcement of the game in 2019 and the playing of the game in 2026.

What Happened:  Cristopher Sanchez struck out Mike Trout to start the game, then allowed a single to Yordan Alvarez, walked Shea Langeliers and walked Bobby Witt, Jr. to load the bases.  Cody Bollinger brought home two runs with a single to center, eventually earning him the game's MVP honors.  Ben Rice singled to give the American League a 3-0 lead and that was pretty much the ballgame.  Sanchez would be saddled with the loss and a 27.00 ERA for his one inning of work.  The National League All-Stars managed three singles, never advancing a runner to second base.  Miguel Vargas hit a solo home run for the American League in the eighth.

Sanchez had a crappy night, and the other Phillies All-Stars, other than pitchers Jesus Luzardo and Jhoan Duran, didn't fare much better.  Kyle Schwarber led off as the DH, replacing the injured Shohei Ohtani.  Schwarber struck out swinging again Dylan Cease in the first and grounded out to second in the third.  Brandon Marsh started in right field, batting seventh.  He struck out twice - against Parker Messick in the second and Nick Martinez in the fifth.  Bryce Harper pinch-hit for Schwarber in the sixth, striking out in his only at-bat against Cade Smith.

Jesus Luzardo had the best night of all six Phillies All-Stars.  Entering in the fourth, Luzardo struck out Riley Greene and then induced two quick ground outs from Ernie Clement and Trout.  He threw a total of six pitches.  Jhoan Duran entered with one out in the top of the ninth, jogging to the mound in the dark while we all waited for his signature entrance music to start.  It eventually started, albeit late, and Duran needed just four pitches to retire Travis Bazzana and Ceddanne Rafaela after Randy Arozarena had reached on a single.

2026 Chachi #61
2026 Chachi #57
2026 Chachi #60
2026 Chachi #55

Featured Cards:
  Since I started creating Chachi cards in 2005, a mainstay of my sets are the annual All-Star cards, and this year is no different.  I created cards for the six Phillies All-Stars, along with Don Mattingly, who served as a bench coach.

Field Report:  Doug and I were there!  Doug completed the trifecta of Futures Game, Home Run Derby and All-Star Game, and this was the second All-Star Game I've attended.  My Dad and I were at Veterans Stadium, cheering on Ricky Bottalico, back in 1996.  We arrived right before 5pm and waited in a crazy long line out to the parking lot to eventually snake its way through the entrance when gates opened.  We surveyed the MLB All-Star Fan  Zone, set up outside the ballpark and complete with vendors, food trucks and photo opportunities, before heading into the ballpark proper.  After a 20 minute or so wait to get into the team store, Doug found the Ohtani Ring the Bell t-shirt he wanted and he posed for a quick picture with the Rangers' mascot, Captain.

We then did a full lap of the ballpark, getting stuck momentarily in an unmoving crowd in Ashburn Alley, and enjoying our obligatory meal at Bull's BBQ, before settling into our seats in Section 415, Row 2.  It was hot, but there was an occasional breeze in the higher section, something we rarely experience down in Section 315.

The pregame ceremony is always my favorite part of the All-Star Game, and I love the full team introductions.  I was happy to see all the represented teams once again wearing their actual uniforms and not MLB created abominations for the game.  We loved how the starting line-up signed their own version of a Declaration after being announced, and singers Jennifer Hudson and Patti LaBelle were amazing.  There were flyovers, fireworks and a dramatic reading from actor and Phillies fan Miles Teller.  Mike Schmidt and Steve Carlton threw out the ceremonial first pitches, caught by Scott Rolen and Cole Hamels.

The Sandlot tribute in the middle of the fifth inning was also very impressive.  With Ray Charles, Jr. singing "America the Beautiful" and the ballpark lights dimmed, kids rode their bikes, played catch, practiced their swings and traded baseball cards down on the field with the All Stars.  What followed was so many fireworks in such rapid succession, Doug and I were convinced they might actual blow up the ballpark.

The game itself stunk.  Sanchez struck out Trout to start the first and then quickly gave up three runs, letting all the air out of the celebratory balloon.  But I loved every minute of it, and I'm thrilled I could share it with my son, just like my Dad had done 30 years earlier.

Thursday, July 16, 2026

New York Mets at Philadelphia Phillies: Second Half Begins

2006 Topps #150
2006 Topps #205

Thursday, July 16th - 7:10
Saturday, July 18th - 4:05
Sunday, July 19th - 1:35


Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA
Coming off the high of the All-Star break and hosting the All-Star Game at the ballpark, the Phillies have zero promotions or theme nights for this series.
New York Mets 40-57
5th Place in the N.L. East, 16 games behind the Braves

Mets Probables
Christian Scott (2-1, 3.17)
Sean Manaea (2-4, 4.56)
Nolan McLean (6-6, 3.52)

Mets Leaders
Average:  Juan Soto - .290
Runs:  Carson Benge - 52
Home Runs:  Juan Soto - 21
RBIs:  Bo Bichette and Juan Soto - 51
Stolen Bases:  Carson Benge - 15

Wins:  Nolan McLean - 6
ERA:  Nolan McLean - 3.52
Strikeouts:  Nolan McLean - 125
Saves:  Devin Williams - 13
Philadelphia Phillies 54-43
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 2 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables
Aaron Nola (3-6, 5.75)
Jesus Luzardo (8-4, 3.51)
Alan Rangel (0-2, 4.19)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Brandon Marsh - .301
Runs:  Trea Turner - 62
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 32
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 59
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 17

Wins:  Cristopher Sanchez - 11
ERA:  Cristopher Sanchez - 2.62
Strikeouts:  Cristopher Sanchez - 144
Saves:  Jhoan Duran - 24

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Home Run Derby Upset! / Walker Stuns Schwarber, Phils Faithful

2026 Chachi #53
2026 Chachi #54

When it was first announced the All-Star Game would be coming to Philadelphia in 2026, I was immediately excited about going to the actual game and mildly interested in the other festivities surrounding a typical All-Star Weekend/Week.  We were lucky enough to secure tickets for the entire three days of festivities, with Doug and one of his friends attending the Futures Game on Sunday and he and my wife attending the Home Run Derby last night.  I had no interest in attending the derby, but as it got closer to the time for them to leave for Philly, I admittedly started having a little bit of FOMO, which developed into a full-fledged case once the festivities began.

The broadcast on Netflix was fine, and the announcers did their best to gush about the palpable excitement at the ballpark.  But it didn't compare to their experience of actually being there and it was a night they won't soon forget.

During the pre-derby introductions, Bryce Harper embraced his Showman persona, hoping onto the middle rung of the makeshift boxer's ring situated in the infield, while Michael Buffer did his best announcer's schtick with the obligatory "Let's Get Ready to Rumble," not coming until the tournament's final round.  Harper and his teammate Kyle Schwarber both started slow, and Harper's eight home runs in the first round were surpassed by Schwarber's 10 home runs, knocking Harper out of the semi-finals.  Schwarber took down Willson Contreras in Round 2, nine home runs besting Contreras' eight.  All seemed right with the world when Schwarber connected for 11 home runs in the final round, but the Cardinals' Jordan Walker hit four home runs in a row on his final swings, surging past Schwarber and silencing the 45,000-plus fans pulling for a Schwarber win in his home ballpark.

Doug and Jenna reported it was LOUD and they had never heard such loud and sustained booing, which is saying something since they've both been to their fair share of big Phillies games over the years.  As I've done in the past, I created a few Home Run Derby cards for my Chachi set, and I look forward to creating some All-Star cards for the set following Tuesday night's Midsummer Classic.

What an incredible experience this All-Star Week has been!

Monday, July 13, 2026

Game 97 - Wheeler, Still Bitter, Dominates Tigers; More from the All-Star Village

Philadelphia Phillies  5 
Detroit Tigers  0 

2026 Chachi Freindly
Encounters #6
Sunday Afternoon, July 12th
Comerica Park - Detroit, MI
54-43, 2nd Place, 2 games behind the Braves

One Sentence Summary:  Still bitter over his All-Star Game snub, Zack Wheeler improved to 10-1 with a two-hit, 10-strikeout performance against the Tigers in this 5-0 win.

What It Means:  Wheeler was eventually invited to the All-Star Game but felt "disrespected" and declined the invite.  It's a shame, as the fans, including me, would have loved to have seen him at least introduced prior to the game on Tuesday.

What Happened:  Wheeler, Jose Alvarado, Orion Kerkering and Jonathan Bowlan combined for the two-hit shutout, striking out 14 Tigers batters.  Wheeler out-dueled Tarik Skubal, who departed after five innings with the Phillies leading, 2-0.  The big hit for the Phillies was a bases-clearing double by J.T. Realmuto in the sixth inning.  Bryson Stott would beat out an infield hit to shortstop, scoring Realmuto with the Phillies' fifth run.

Featured Card / Field Report:  I was back at the All-Star Village on Sunday morning, this time as a volunteer manning the booth for ALS United Mid-Atlantic as part of the MLB Together initiative.  I enjoyed early morning access to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, snapping quite a few pictures of the many fantastic exhibits before the crush of eager fans arrived for the day.  I also made a new friend in the Athletics' mascot, Stomper, who helped guide a bunch of wondering fans over to the MLB Together booths during the mid-morning rush.  It was a fantastic day, and I left incredibly impressed by what the Phillies and MLB had put together for their fans.

Sunday, July 12, 2026

Game 96 - All-Star Weekend Begins in Philly!

Philadelphia Phillies  4 
Detroit Tigers  2 

2026 Chachi #47
Saturday Night, July 11th
Comerica Park - Detroit, MI
53-43, 2nd Place, 2 games behind the Braves

One Sentence Summary:  Cristopher Sanchez recovered from his prior start and showed his All-Star form in this 4-2 win over the Tigers.

What It Means:  We'd learn on Sunday afternoon that Sanchez's next start would be on Tuesday night for the National League All-Stars at Citizens Bank Park.  Pretty cool for that to happen with the All-Star Game in his home ballpark.

What Happened:  Sanchez improved to 11-4, scattering 10 hits over seven innings and striking out seven.  Jonathan Bowlan, suddenly the top set-up reliever, and Jhoan Duran shut down the Tigers over the final two innings.  Duran tied a team record by recording his 24th save prior to the All-Star Break.  In the third, Derek Hill reached on an error and then stole both second and third bases, coming home on a Trea Turner sacrifice fly.  Hill would also make a game-saving catch in the third, executing a full extension Superman-catch to keep the Tigers from scoring the tying run.  In the fourth, the Phillies plated three more runs on a J.T. Realmuto RBI-double and an RBI single from Hill.

Featured Card:  I usually don't post Chachi cards in game summary posts, but the lack of Hill baseball cards is forcing my hand here.  Without his amazing catch in the fourth, this game could have gone a completely different way.  Here's his 2026 Chachi card, and I'll "officially" post it along with the rest of the set following the season.  For now, here's a page where you can view the set's progress to date.

 Outside Philadelphia's City Hall
2026 Chachi Friendly Encounters #5
2026 Chachi Draft Pick #1

Field Report:  Jenna and I attended Day One of the All-Star Village at the Pennsylvania Convention Center and had a blast.  It was pretty crowded, but we managed to navigate our way around all of the booths and exhibits, spending a solid few hours taking everything in.  We didn't get any autographs from the many former players making appearances, but Jenna did get to visit with All-Star Kyle Schwarber.

Also on Saturday, the Phillies selected high school shortstop Tyler Spangler in the first round of the annual draft.  Spangler missed his entire senior year at De La Salle High School in California with a bad back, but the Phillies are optimistic his long-term prospects are good.

Friday, July 10, 2026

Philadelphia Phillies at Detroit Tigers: Heading to the Break

2026 Chachi 2006 Topps Missing Links #6
2006 Topps #461

Friday, July 10th - 6:40
Saturday, July 11th - 6:10
Sunday, July 12th - 1:40


Comerica Park - Detroit, MI
There's a postgame fireworks show tonight.
Philadelphia Phillies 52-42
Tied for 2nd Place in the N.L. East, 3 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables
Aaron Nola (3-6, 5.87)
Cristopher Sanchez (10-4, 2.62)
Zack Wheeler (9-1, 2.28)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Brandon Marsh - .307
Runs:  Trea Turner - 62
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 32
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 58
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott and Trea Turner - 16

Wins:  Cristopher Sanchez - 10
ERA:  Cristopher Sanchez - 2.62
Strikeouts:  Cristopher Sanchez - 137
Saves:  Jhoan Duran - 23
Detroit Tigers 43-50
4th Place in the A.L. Central, 4 1/2 games behind the Guardians and White Sox

Tigers Probables
Jack Flaherty (2-8, 4.60)
Casey Mize (4-5, 2.64)
Tarik Skubal (5-4, 3.06)

Tigers Leaders
Average:  Riley Greene - .289
Runs:  Kevin McGonigle - 57
Home Runs:  Dillon Dingler - 19
RBIs:  Dillon Dingler - 60
Stolen Bases:  Kevin McGonigle - 11

Wins:  Four tied with - 5
ERA:  Keider Montero - 3.15
Strikeouts:  Jack Flaherty - 92
Saves:  Kenley Jansen - 11

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Philadelphia Phillies at Cincinnati Reds: Road Trip Continues

2006 Topps Updates & Highlights #UH139
2006 Topps #29

Tuesday, July 7th - 7:10
Wednesday, July 8th - 7:10
Thursday, July 9th - 7:10


Great American Ball Park - Cincinnati, OH
Jon Pardi performs a postgame concert following Tuesday's ballgame.  On Thursday, there are postgame fireworks and the Reds are selling a Grateful Dead ticket package, which includes a special dancing bears Reds hat.
Philadelphia Phillies 50-41
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 3 1/2 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables
Zack Wheeler (8-1, 2.36)
TBD
Jesus Luzardo (7-4, 3.75)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Brandon Marsh - .305
Runs:  Trea Turner - 61
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 30
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 57
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott and Trea Turner - 16

Wins:  Cristopher Sanchez - 10
ERA:  Cristopher Sanchez - 2.62
Strikeouts:  Cristopher Sanchez - 137
Saves:  Jhoan Duran - 21
Cincinnati Reds 41-48
5th Place in the N.L. Central, 14 1/2 games behind the Brewers

Reds Probables
Andrew Abbott (5-4, 3.88)
Chase Burns (10-1, 2.40)
Brady Singer (3-8, 5.03)

Reds Leaders
Average:  Elly De La Cruz - .272
Runs:  Spencer Steer - 50
Home Runs:  Sal Stewart - 17
RBIs:  Sal Stewart - 61
Stolen Bases:  Elly De La Cruz - 13

Wins:  Chase Burns - 10
ERA:  Chase Burns - 2.40
Strikeouts:  Chase Burns - 116
Saves:  Emilio Pagan - 7

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Philadelphia Phillies at Kansas City Royals: Holiday Weekend Baseball

2026 Chachi 2006 Topps Missing Links #15
2006 Topps #94

Saturday, July 4th - 8:10
Sunday, July 5th - 3:00
Monday, July 6th - 2:10


Kauffman Stadium - Kansas City, MO
The first 25,000 fans will receive a patriotic Bobby Witt, Jr. bobblehead tonight, dubbed a "Red, White & Bobby" bobblehead.
Philadelphia Phillies 49-39
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 2 1/2 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables
Jesus Luzardo (6-4, 3.88)
Aaron Nola (3-5, 6.04)
Cristopher Sanchez (10-3, 2.00)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Brandon Marsh - .315
Runs:  Trea Turner - 59
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 30
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 57
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott and Trea Turner - 16

Wins:  Cristopher Sanchez - 10
ERA:  Cristopher Sanchez - 2.00
Strikeouts:  Cristopher Sanchez - 136
Saves:  Jhoan Duran - 21
Kansas City Royals 35-53
5th Place in the A.L. Central, 11 games behind the Guardians and White Sox

Royals Probables
Michael Wacha (5-5, 3.31)
Luinder Avila (3-3, 5.40)
Noah Cameron (4-6, 4.95)

Royals Leaders
Average:  Bobby Witt - .290
Runs:  Bobby Witt - 44
Home Runs:  Jan Caglianone - 14
RBIs:  Carter Jensen - 47
Stolen Bases:  Bobby Witt - 29

Wins:  Michael Wacha - 5
ERA:  Michael Wacha - 3.31
Strikeouts:  Michael Wacha - 84
Saves:  Lucas Erceg - 12

Game 88 - Offense, Bullpen Melt Down in Heat

Pittsburgh Pirates  6 
Philadelphia Phillies  1 

2006 Flair Showcase
Hot Numbers #HN-4
Thursday Afternoon, July 2nd
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA
49-39, 2nd Place, 2 1/2 games behind the Braves

One Sentence Summary:  The Phillies had four hits in this sweltering hot game, and the bullpen duo of Jose Alvarado and Lee Trivino allowed four runs late in this 6-1 loss.

What It Means:  Game time temperature was 98 degrees at 12:35, and I'm impressed by anyone who sat through this clunker at the ballpark.  Following yet another Friday off-day, the Phillies will open a three-game set in Kansas City on Saturday night.  Happy Semiquincentennial to everyone!

What Happened:  Alan Rangel had a solid outing, shutting down the Pirates over the first four innings, but allowing three hits and walking four.  The Phillies' only run scored when Bryce Harper doubled home Rafael Marchan in the third.  With the scored tied 1-1, Alvardo allowed two runs in the seventh, Trivino allowed two more runs in the eighth and Kyle Backhus gave up another run in the ninth.

Featured Card:  It's hot, and energy levels are low.  Here's an appropriate card for the current weather.

Monday, June 29, 2026

Pittsburgh Pirates at Philadelphia Phillies: It's Heating Up

2006 Topps #287
2006 Topps #286

Monday, June 29th - 6:40
Tuesday, June 30th - 6:40
Wednesday, July 1st - 6:40
Thursday, July 2nd - 12:35


Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA
All kids will receive a 2026 All-Star Game pennant on Monday night.  Following the games on Tuesday and Wednesday nights will be the always popular, and extremely impressive, fireworks shows.
Pittsburgh Pirates 42-42
4th Place in the N.L. Central, 9 1/2 games behind the Brewers

Pirates Probables
Braxton Ashcraft (7-3, 3.07)
Bubba Chandler (3-7, 4.42)
Paul Skenes (6-7, 3.10)
Jared Jones (1-1, 5.76)

Pirates Leaders
Average:  Nick Gonzales - .297
Runs:  Bryan Reynolds - 56
Home Runs:  Brandon Lowe - 20
RBIs:  Brandon Lowe - 56
Stolen Bases:  Oneil Cruz - 21

Wins:  Paul Skenes - 6
ERA:  Paul Skenes - 1.98
Strikeouts:  Paul Skenes - 56
Saves:  Gregory Soto - 4
Philadelphia Phillies 47-37
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 3 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables
Aaron Nola (3-4, 5.58)
Cristopher Sanchez (9-3, 2.13)
Zack Wheeler (8-1, 2.03)
Alan Rangel (0-1, 4.50)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Brandon Marsh - .321
Runs:  Bryce Harper - 55
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 30
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 54
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott and Trea Turner - 16

Wins:  Cristopher Sanchez - 9
ERA:  Cristopher Sanchez - 2.13
Strikeouts:  Cristopher Sanchez - 127
Saves:  Jhoan Duran - 21

Friday, June 26, 2026

Philadelphia Phillies at New York Mets: Phils Look to Keep Winning

2026 Chachi 2006 Topps Missing Links #4
2006 Topps #204

Friday, June 26th - 7:10
Saturday, June 27th - 4:10
Sunday, June 28th - 1:40


Citi Field - Flushing, NY
The first 15,000 fans tonight will receive a Mets Pride sleeveless jersey, and there's also a postgame fireworks show.  On Saturday, the first 15,000 fans receive a Mr. and Mrs. Met t-shirt, and on Sunday the first 5,000 kids will receive a Toy Story 5 bucket hat.
Philadelphia Phillies 45-36
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 4 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables
Zack Wheeler (7-1, 2.11)
Alan Rangel (0-0, 2.25)
Jesus Luzardo (6-4, 4.39)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Brandon Marsh - .324
Runs:  Bryce Harper - 54
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 29
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 52
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott and Trea Turner - 15

Wins:  Cristopher Sanchez - 9
ERA:  Cristopher Sanchez - 2.13
Strikeouts:  Cristopher Sanchez - 127
Saves:  Jhoan Duran - 19
New York Mets 34-47
5th Place in the N.L. East, 15 games behind the Braves

Mets Probables
Zach Thornton (0-1, 8.31)
Christian Scott (2-0, 3.10)
TBD

Mets Leaders
Average:  Juan Soto - .299
Runs:  Carson Benge - 43
Home Runs:  Juan Soto - 17
RBIs:  Bo Bichette - 45
Stolen Bases:  Carson Benge - 11

Wins:  Freddy Peralta - 5
ERA:  Nolan McLean - 4.03
Strikeouts:  Nolan McLean - 106
Saves:  Devin Williams - 11

Monday, June 22, 2026

Philadelphia Phillies at Washington Nationals: Four in D.C.

2026 Chachi 2006 Topps Missing Links #16
2006 Topps #404

Monday, June 22nd - 6:45
Tuesday, June 23rd - 6:45
Wednesday, June 24th - 6:45
Thursday, June 25th - 6:45


Nationals Park - Washington, DC
On Tuesday night, the first 20,000 fans will receive a Nationals basketball jersey, and it's also a Pups in the Park night.  Wednesday is Pride Night at the ballpark and on Thursday, the first 20,000 fans receive a Nationals soccer jersey.
Philadelphia Phillies 42-35
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 6 1/2 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables
TBD
Jesus Luzardo (6-4, 4.20)
Aaron Nola (3-4, 5.71)
Cristopher Sanchez (9-3, 1.80)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Brandon Marsh - .310
Runs:  Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber - 51
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 29
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 52
Stolen Bases:  Trea Turner - 15

Wins:  Cristopher Sanchez - 9
ERA:  Cristopher Sanchez - 1.80
Strikeouts:  Cristopher Sanchez - 121
Saves:  Jhoan Duran - 18
Washington Nationals 40-38
Tied for 3rd Place in the N.L. East, 9 games behind the Braves

Nationals Probables
Foster Griffin (7-2, 3.32)
Zack Littell (6-6, 5.45)
Cade Cavalli (4-4, 4.07)
Miles Mikolas (2-6, 5.47)

Nationals Leaders
Average:  CJ Abrams - .286
Runs:  James Wood - 68
Home Runs:  James Wood - 20
RBIs:  CJ Abrams - 57
Stolen Bases:  Nasim Nunez - 28

Wins:  Foster Griffin - 7
ERA:  Foster Griffin - 3.32
Strikeouts:  Cade Cavalli - 82
Saves:  Gus Garland - 6