US EditionDiamondbacks begin 3-game series at home against the Phillies
The Diamondbacks aim to secure a Wild Card spot while the Phillies seek a top seed, with pitching rotations adjusted for postseason readiness.
- The Philadelphia Phillies visit Phoenix to face the Arizona Diamondbacks in the opener of a three-game series on Friday, with Ryne Nelson and Taijuan Walker expected to start for their respective teams.
- The Phillies have adjusted their starting rotation late in the season as they aim for a postseason first-round bye, while the Diamondbacks are battling to secure one of the National League’s final playoff spots.
- The Phillies hold a 3-1 advantage in their matchups this season and come into the game with an 8-2 record over the last 10 contests, featuring a potent offense. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks have recorded a.258 batting average but are evenly split at 5-5 during the same period.
- Ranger Suarez has delivered an impressive 2.57 ERA in his last seven starts and will pitch Sunday, while Walker holds a 5-8 record with a 4.17 ERA and Nelson has a 7-3 record with a 3.34 ERA.
- This series could influence pitching roles for the Phillies' postseason, with Castellanos absent from Friday's lineup and the team balancing injuries and health as they chase playoff positioning.
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