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Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers Play in Game 2 of Series

The Phillies' victory strengthens their hold on the National League East second seed, crucial for a first-round playoff bye, with Ranger Suarez pitching effectively in recent games.

  • On Monday, September 15, 2025, the Philadelphia Phillies opened a three-game series at Citizens Bank Park with Ranger Suarez starting the game.
  • With a 4.5-game advantage for the second seed, the Philadelphia Phillies lead the Los Angeles Dodgers in playoff positioning, which determines the first-round bye.
  • The Phillies started Blake Snell, who has a 2.97 ERA with 51 strikeouts in 39.1 innings, as the Dodgers' rotation boost continues.
  • Having clinched on Sunday, the Philadelphia Phillies remain focused on higher goals for 2025, as a series sweep would effectively decide the second seed, a position Los Angeles Dodgers need to overtake.
  • Managerial rotation decisions center on Ranger Suarez and Jesus Luzardo, with game two possibly featuring Luzardo against two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell, who has 51 strikeouts in 39.1 innings and a 2.97 ERA.
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Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers play in game 2 of series

The Philadelphia Phillies play the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 1-0 series lead.

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Philly Sports Network broke the news in Philadelphia, United States on Monday, September 15, 2025.
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