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Phillies Rally to Defeat Dodgers 8-7, Secure Series Win

Philadelphia overcomes Los Angeles' late lead with Bryce Harper's pivotal double and Nick Castellanos' grand slam, handing Dodgers their first two losses of the season.

Dodgers’ Mookie Betts, left, and Tommy Edman (25) collide after Betts made a catch on a pop out by Philadelphia Phillies’ Brandon Marsh during the third inning of a baseball game, Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
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Overview

  • The Phillies claimed the three-game series against the Dodgers, marking Los Angeles' first two losses of the season after an 8-0 start.
  • Rainy conditions disrupted Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow in the third inning, leading to a Phillies rally capped by Nick Castellanos' grand slam for a 6-2 lead.
  • Teoscar Hernandez delivered a standout performance for the Dodgers, driving in five runs with two home runs and a double to fuel their comeback efforts.
  • The Dodgers briefly took a 7-6 lead in the seventh inning, but Bryce Harper's leadoff double in the eighth set up the Phillies' game-winning rally.
  • Dodgers' bullpen struggles continued, with Blake Treinen allowing the tying and go-ahead runs in the eighth inning, sealing the Phillies' 8-7 victory.