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James McCann's solo homer in the 8th inning sends D-backs to a 1-0 win over the Phillies
McCann’s fifth homer of the season came on the first pitch from Jonathan Bowlan as Arizona used eight pitchers to secure the shutout.
- On Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, James McCann hit a solo eighth-inning home run at Chase Field, lifting the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 1-0 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies and avoiding a series sweep.
- Utilizing eight pitchers in their first bullpen game this season, the Diamondbacks shut out the Phillies with right-hander Taylor Clarke recording the first five outs before the relief corps took over.
- McCann's 409-foot homer off reliever Jonathan Bowlan snapped a scoreless tie. Philadelphia Phillies starter Andrew Painter matched his longest outing with seven scoreless innings before the decisive blow.
- Arizona gained ground on the San Diego Padres for the final National League wild-card spot with the victory. The Phillies fell four games behind the Atlanta Braves, losing for just the third time in 18 games.
- The Diamondbacks travel to face the Houston Astros in a three-game series beginning Friday. Arizona holds a 74-67 record with 21 games remaining in its wild-card push.
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D-backs edge Phillies on James McCann HR, retake 3rd NL wild-card spot
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James McCann's solo homer in the 8th inning sends D-backs to a 1-0 win over the Phillies
James McCann hit a solo homer in the eighth inning, helping the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Philadelphia Phillies 1-0.
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