Tough Loss for the Dodgers in Extra Innings
In a nail-biting matchup at Dodger Stadium, the Philadelphia Phillies edged out the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-5, thanks to an extra-inning run. The Dodgers showed some real fight, but ultimately it wasn't enough to seal the victory.Pitching and Early Inning Struggles
The game started with a bang as Kyle Schwarber hit a solo shot to put the Phillies on the board early. Our boys pitched some tough innings, with Gavin Stone and Emmet Sheehan working to contain the Phils, and it was Max Muncy who started turning our fortunes around with a huge 405-foot homer in the 5th inning!
Defense and the Tying Chase
Defensively, our stars like Mookie Betts kept us alive with crucial plays, including a sacrifice fly that tied the score 1-1 in the 3rd. However, the Phillies weren't backing down either. Weston Wilson's two-run homer put them back in the lead, but Betts wasn't done yet, responding with a clutch homer in the 7th that tied us 4-4. What a game!
Walking the Tight Rope in Extras
As we pushed into the 9th inning, Andy Pages delivered a bomb of a home run (424 feet!) to tie it again at 5-5, sending us into extra innings!
Unfortunately, our luck ran out when J.T. Realmuto's sacrifice fly brought in the winning run for the Phillies in the 10th. A valiant effort, but the boys just couldn't bring it home this time. Looking Ahead
Overall, the game showcased thrilling moments and our Dodgers' tenacity. They'll be back stronger, ready to avenge this loss and show what they're truly made of. Chavez Ravine will be roaring with support behind our incredible lineup. Let's go, Dodgers!
Scoreboard for Phillies @ Dodgers (September 16th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0 |
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 0 |