Are the Phillies back?
After a stellar 4-2 homestand featuring standout performances from Cristopher Sánchez, Weston Wilson, and Trea Turner, it’s natural to wonder if the Phillies have regained their winning form.
However, it’s worth noting that their recent victories came against struggling Marlins and Nationals teams.
With a current record of 73-51, the Phillies are once again leading the pack in baseball. But a challenging stretch lies ahead, starting with matchups against the Braves and the AL-contending Royals.
Let’s take a look at where the Phillies stand in the latest MLB power rankings:
MLB.com: 1st
Following their recent successes, MLB.com’s panel has placed the Phillies back in the top spot in their power rankings.
Renowned sports writer Will Leitch highlighted the unsung moments that have propelled the Phillies to their current position.
ESPN: 4th
ESPN’s rankings put the Phillies in fourth place, citing their recent struggles against formidable opponents.
Bleacher Report: 1st
Despite a strong week, Bleacher Report questions the quality of the Phillies’ recent wins and emphasizes the importance of the upcoming games in determining their true potential.
CBS Sports: 1st
Although CBS Sports acknowledges the Phillies’ recent success, they note the intensified competition at the top of the league.
The Athletic: 3rd
The Athletic ranks the Phillies third and highlights the contributions of reliever Orion Kerkering to the team’s success.
USA Today: 1st
USA Today features Cristopher Sánchez’s exceptional complete game performance that has contributed to the Phillies’ recent achievements.
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The Athletic: 3rd
The Athletic’s panel has the Phillies trailing the Yankees (2) and Dodgers (1) in third, but for this week’s wave, they highlighted a player for each club who is having a “sneaky-good season.”
Kaitlyn McGrath zeroed in on reliever Orion Kerkering.
USA Today: 1st
Gabe Lacques on the Phils:
Cristopher Sánchez rebounds with a complete-game effort.
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