Overview

• In the seventh inning, Sosa backpedaled in short left field to catch Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s popup when teammate Brandon Marsh collided with him from behind.
• Umpires initially ruled the ball dropped but reversed the call on a Phillies challenge after replay confirmed Sosa maintained possession.
• The Phillies diagnosed Sosa with a back contusion and plan further evaluation by the club’s medical staff.
• He was helped off the field by trainers after remaining down for several minutes; Otto Kemp took over at third base in the eighth inning.
• The incident highlights the hazards of miscommunication among outfielders; instant replay played a decisive role in confirming the critical catch.