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Phillies' playoff exit forces core decisions
Phillies' playoff exit forces core decisions.
In brief
Phillies' playoff exit forces core decisions. Phillies' veteran core faces roster changes after losing 2026 NL Wild Card Series to Braves. Originally reported by Mlb.
Phillies' playoff exit
Phillies lost Game 3 of the 2026 NL Wild Card Series to Braves after a 6-2 defeat.
Veteran core at crossroads
Phillies' core players face aging and roster changes after losing four consecutive postseason series.
Recent playoff losses
Phillies lost the 2022 World Series, 2023 NLCS, 2024 NLDS, and 2025 NLDS in the last four postseason series.
Offseason changes
Phillies dismissed Rob Thomson on April 28 after a 9-19 start, replacing him with Don Mattingly.
Pitching struggles
Jesús Luzardo pitched five innings but Phillies lost due to bullpen collapse after a first-inning three-run home run.
Roster decisions
Phillies released Nick Castellanos and Taijuan Walker in February and April, respectively, after signing them for $172 million.
What happens next
Phillies' core players will make key decisions on free agents and trades to rebuild for next season.
At a glance
Phillies' veteran core faces roster changes after losing 2026 NL Wild Card Series to Braves.
