US EditionSchwarber Hits 51st Homer as Phillies Edge Royals 8-6 for Sixth Straight Win
Kyle Schwarber is seven home runs shy of the Phillies' single-season record as the team aims to clinch the NL East title and maintain momentum for playoffs.
- On Saturday evening in Philadelphia, Kyle Schwarber launched his 51st home run of the season as the Phillies secured an 8-6 win over the Kansas City Royals, marking their sixth consecutive victory.
- The win followed a Phillies comeback fueled by early runs and Schwarber tying the game with a homer, amid pressure to clinch the NL East division title.
- Brandon Marsh also homered, Harrison Bader had three hits, Jhoan Duran saved the game for his 30th time, and Salvador Perez hit two homers for Kansas City.
- Schwarber expressed his appreciation for the fans' strong support throughout the season and emphasized that, with much baseball still ahead, the team must remain focused on their goals.
- With the Phillies' magic number down to one for the division, they aim to complete a sweep Sunday and secure one of the playoff byes while continuing strong momentum.
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