Philadelphia Phillies Clinch Third Straight Postseason Berth With Strong Late-Season Push

The Philadelphia Phillies are heading back to the postseason. With a hard-fought 5-3 victory over the Miami Marlins on September 17, 2024, the Phillies secured their third straight playoff appearance, further establishing themselves as one of the most consistent teams in Major League Baseball.

The win was a testament to the team’s resilience, as ace Zack Wheeler delivered another masterful performance, allowing just two runs over seven innings while striking out eight. Offensively, slugger Bryce Harper provided the biggest moment of the night, crushing a go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to seal the victory.

This postseason berth continues the Phillies’ resurgence under manager Rob Thomson, who has led the team to back-to-back deep playoff runs, including a World Series appearance in 2022. After years of struggling to reach October, Philadelphia has now built a reputation as a perennial contender.