PHILADELPHIA, PA – September 27, 2023: In a stunning display of talent, Trea Turner notched five hits and Kyle Schwarber hit a home run while driving in five runs, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to an emphatic 11-2 victory over the Seattle Mariners, completing a three-game sweep. This dominant performance marks a critical moment for the Phillies as they aim to solidify their postseason position.
Turner, who has been on fire with six multi-hit games in his last seven outings, kicked off the game with a triple and followed up with four singles. He became the first Phillies player this season to achieve five hits in a game, with this being his fourth career five-hit game and his first as a member of the Phillies. In a remarkable feat, Turner also stole two bases, making him the first player in the majors this season to accomplish five hits and two steals in a single game, a distinction last seen with Shohei Ohtani on September 19, 2024.
Schwarber’s contributions were equally impressive, as he launched his National League-leading 45th home run, alongside an RBI double, a run-scoring single, and a sacrifice fly. With 110 RBIs, he sets a new career high, solidifying his place as a key player for the team. Notably, Schwarber has now hit 176 home runs with the Phillies, just 14 shy of surpassing Babe Ruth for the second-most home runs by a player in their first four seasons with a team in MLB history.
The Phillies amassed a staggering 48 hits during the series against Seattle, their most in a three-game span since July 2-4, 1999. They also recorded 46 strikeouts in the series, a feat not seen in a three-game series since 1900.
On the pitching front, Jesus Luzardo shone brightly, striking out 12 batters in six innings while allowing just one run on three hits. The crowd welcomed back reliever Jose Alvarado, who made his first appearance after serving an 80-game suspension for violating the league’s performance-enhancing drug policy. Alvarado received a warm ovation and pitched a flawless eighth inning, striking out Cal Raleigh, the major league home run leader, who went 0-for-4 in the game.
As the Phillies continue their push for the playoffs, the emotions are running high among fans and players alike. With Raleigh sitting at 47 homers, he is just one home run away from matching the single-season record for home runs by a catcher, adding another layer of excitement to this thrilling series.
The Phillies’ recent surge, winning four straight games, places them in a strong position as they head into the final stretch of the season. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching their next matchups as the team seeks to build on this momentum and secure their playoff spot. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story!
