# Phillies need Game 2 stopper

> Sánchez aims to keep Phillies' season alive with Game 2 win.
- Title: Phillies need Game 2 stopper · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Sánchez aims to keep Phillies' season alive with Game 2 win. Phillies need Sánchez to win Game 2 to avoid elimination in NL Wild Card Series.
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- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/cristopher-sanchez-phillies-starter-2026-nl-wild-card-series
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- Topics: phillies, sanchez, braves, nl wild card series, game 2, playoffs, mlb, sports
## Phillies lose Game 1
Phillies lost 5-3 to Braves in Game 1 of NL Wild Card Series at Truist Park.
## Sánchez tasked with Game 2
Sánchez must win Game 2 to keep Phillies' season alive after losing Game 1.
## Sánchez's playoff readiness
Sánchez said he tries to be his best self every time he pitches to compete in short series.
## Sánchez's stats
Sánchez ranked second in NL strikeouts (231) and innings pitched (207) with a 2.91 ERA.
## Sánchez's home vs road performance
Sánchez went 12-3 with 2.23 ERA at home but 6-4 with 3.87 ERA on road this season.
## Sánchez's Braves record
Sánchez is 0-5 against Braves with a 3.26 ERA in nine career games.
## Phillies need Sánchez to win
Phillies need Sánchez to win Game 2 to avoid elimination in NL Wild Card Series.
## Key takeaway

Phillies need Sánchez to win Game 2 to avoid elimination in NL Wild Card Series.