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Schwarber’s Grand Slam Drives 13-3 Rout and Elevates MVP Case

Schwarber’s league-leading power surge has revitalized Philadelphia’s lineup in a tight division race

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 4: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies rounds the bases on his grand slam in the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Citizens Bank Park on August 4, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Heather Barry/Getty Images)
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Aug 3, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Kyle Schwarber (12) hits a home run during the eighth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Monday’s 13-3 series-opening victory saw Schwarber supply a two-run homer in the third inning and a grand slam in the sixth among six Phillies homers.
  • His 40th home run moved him to the top of the National League in both homers and RBIs while his .975 OPS ranks second just behind Shohei Ohtani.
  • With 50 games remaining, Schwarber’s production has elevated him into National League MVP consideration.
  • Philadelphia is 9-7 since the All-Star break, using its surge in home runs to hold a narrow lead in the National League East.
  • The Phillies bolstered their bullpen at the trade deadline with a high-end closer and have improved contact rates to complement their power surge.