In a dramatic turn of events on August 28, 2026, the Philadelphia Phillies secured a 5-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels, thanks to a pinch-hit grand slam by Edmundo Sosa in the ninth inning. (latimes.com)
The game began with the Angels taking an early lead, scoring three runs in the first inning. Phillies' starter Andrew Painter struggled initially, allowing two runs on wild pitches. However, he regained composure, retiring 15 consecutive batters over the next five innings. (phillysportsreports.com)
The Phillies managed to score a run in the fifth inning, narrowing the deficit to 3-1. The score remained unchanged until the ninth inning, when the Phillies mounted a comeback. After two batters reached base, Bryson Stott hit a deep fly ball that was spectacularly caught by Angels' outfielder Wade Meckler, preventing a potential three-run homer. (latimes.com)
With two outs and the bases loaded, Edmundo Sosa was called upon to pinch-hit. Facing a 1-1 count, Sosa connected with a low changeup from Angels' pitcher Sammy Peralta, sending the ball 404 feet to center field for his first career grand slam. This clutch hit gave the Phillies a 5-3 lead. (foxsports.com)
The Angels attempted a rally in the bottom of the ninth, putting two runners on base. However, Phillies' reliever Jonathan Bowlan struck out Adam Frazier to secure the win. This victory marked the Phillies' first go-ahead grand slam with two outs in the ninth inning since 2009. (latimes.com)
Bryce Harper extended his on-base streak to a career-high 30 games with a bunt single in the fourth inning. The win improved the Phillies' record to 2-2 on their nine-game West Coast trip and brought them within one game of the Chicago Cubs for the top National League wild-card spot. (foxsports.com)
The Angels, now on a five-game losing streak, continue to struggle with late-inning leads, having lost 11 games this season when leading after the eighth inning. (phillysportsreports.com)