Phillies' Ranger Suárez Struggles in Final Regular Season Start

Philadelphia loses 9-1 to Nationals, raising concerns ahead of NLDS Game 4.

Ranger Suárez allowed six runs in just two innings, marking his shortest outing since May 2023.
Suárez's sinker averaged 0.6 mph slower than usual, with Nationals hitting it hard throughout the game.
The Phillies' offense was ineffective, managing only four hits and eight strikeouts.
Despite recent struggles, Suárez is slated to start Game 4 of the National League Division Series.
The Nationals snapped a four-game losing streak, scoring nine runs against Philadelphia's pitching staff.