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The 2026 MLB postseason begins Tuesday with the Philadelphia Phillies activating Jesus Luzardo from the injured list to start against the Atlanta Braves. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees have left Aaron Judge off their Wild Card roster due to a calf strain, and both Chicago teams are competing for the first time since 2020.
The Philadelphia Phillies secured their fifth consecutive postseason appearance by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 7-3 on Sunday, clinching a spot in the National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves. Interim manager Don Mattingly confirmed that Jesus Luzardo will open Game 1 on Tuesday, with rookie Andrew Painter expected to handle the bulk of the innings. The Phillies face a challenging matchup against a rested Braves rotation led by Chris Sale, while questions remain regarding the availability of Luis Arraez and the structure of the bullpen.
The Philadelphia Phillies secured their fifth consecutive playoff berth by winning Game 162 against the Tampa Bay Rays, forcing them to use key starters Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler on short rest. This exhaustion complicates their rotation for the National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves, where interim manager Don Mattingly must decide whether to use returning pitcher Jesús Luzardo or rookie Andrew Painter in Game 1. The team also faces uncertainty regarding the availability of Luis Arraez and the effectiveness of their bullpen against a rested Braves rotation led by Chris Sale.
The Philadelphia Phillies are activating Jesús Luzardo from the 15-day injured list for their final regular-season game to secure a playoff spot. Interim manager Don Mattingly confirmed the move, allowing Luzardo to pitch from the bullpen in Game 162. This activation follows the designation for assignment of reliever José Urquidy, clearing roster space. The team faces a critical decision regarding starter Zack Wheeler, who may be used in the finale to preserve him for the postseason, while Luzardo returns after a brief layoff with career-best statistics.
Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez exited a game against the Brewers with a left ankle sprain, casting doubt on his availability for the postseason. Meanwhile, pitcher Jesus Luzardo completed a bullpen session, signaling a potential return for the Wild Card round.
Phillies left-hander Jesus Luzardo was placed on the 15-day injured list with left shoulder inflammation (retroactive to Sept. 12), shaping the team’s postseason plans as Philadelphia pursues a wild-card spot. A return by Sept. 27 is possible, but the rotation will be reshuffled—likely with Andrew Painter or Nestor Cortes stepping in—while Luzardo strives to be ready for the first round after a dominant stretch since June.
Phillies are weighing whether to start Jesús Luzardo in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series or use him as a high-leverage reliever to bridge to a potential Game 3, aiming to leverage his current form while protecting bullpen depth; the choice could hinge on whether Luzardo provides a bigger edge than Wheeler or Sánchez, with notes on Bryce Harper’s struggles against left-handed fastballs and a nod to past October bullpen outcomes.
The Phillies cruised to a 7-1 win at Chase Field behind Jesus Luzardo’s 6.2 innings of solid work, extending their six-game road winning streak, moving within three games of the NL East lead and padding their wild-card cushion to six. Key early offense came from a Schwarber leadoff walk and Turner RBI double, with Harper adding a bunt single and Bohm delivering runs later in the game. Bohm doubled to start the ninth as part of a late scoring push, and Harper’s on-base streak reached 34 games. Luzardo allowed a solo homer in the fifth but otherwise held Arizona in check; Bowlan and Shugart finished the final innings. The Phils go for the sweep tomorrow with Andrew Painter set to pitch.
The Phillies rolled to a 7-1 win over Arizona behind Jesus Luzardo’s 6 2/3 innings of one-run ball and Bryce Harper’s four-hit night, moving ahead of the Cubs for the top NL wild-card spot and closing to within three games of the Braves; Philadelphia has won six in a row and 15 of 17, boosting their momentum as they prep for a seven-game stretch against Atlanta.
Seattle rolled out a fresh lineup against Phillies left-hander Jesús Luzardo, moving Taylor Ward to the leadoff spot and Randy Arozarena to second while Cal Raleigh serves as designated hitter and Patrick Wisdom starts at first base; J.P. Crawford returns from the IL to short, Weston Wilson at third, Brock Rodden bats ninth at second, and Jhonny Pereda catches as Bryan Woo starts on the mound in Seattle’s bid for a sweep.
The Phillies acquired Luis Arráez from the San Francisco Giants ahead of MLB’s trade deadline, reuniting him with former teammate Jesús Luzardo in Philadelphia. Arráez, a .324 hitter and NL batting champion, will slide in at second base and bring high-contact at-bats and energy, prompting a defensive reshuffle (Harper to right, Stott to third, Bohm to first) as Philadelphia also added Caleb Kilian and Brooks Raley in other deadline moves. Arráez is a pending free agent after the season.
The Philadelphia Phillies and left-hander Jesús Luzardo have agreed to a five-year extension starting in 2027 worth $135 million, with a $32.5 million club option (potentially rising to $42.5 million with top-five Cy Young finishes). Luzardo, 28, avoided arbitration in 2026 at $11 million and now locks in Philadelphia's rotation core through 2031, subject to health.
The article reviews the performances of various starting pitchers from Wednesday's fantasy baseball games, highlighting notable outings such as Jake Irvin's solid but underappreciated performance, Jesús Luzardo's dominant game despite concerns over velocity, and Max Fried's ace-level showing. It also provides insights into other pitchers' performances and potential future expectations.
The heavily-favored Philadelphia Phillies are not taking anything for granted as they prepare to face the Miami Marlins in the MLB playoffs. Both teams worked out at Citizens Bank Park on Monday, with the Phillies expected to start Christian Pache in left field. Marlins manager Skip Schumaker, who played a pivotal role in the Cardinals' upset of the Phillies in the 2011 postseason, emphasized the importance of seizing the opportunity in the playoffs. The Phillies, who were last year's underdogs, understand the need to perform and not underestimate their opponents.
The Seattle Mariners will face off against the Miami Marlins in a rare interleague play series, with the Marlins making their first visit to Seattle since 2017. Despite a negative run differential, the Marlins have managed to sneak into second place in the NL East. The series opener will feature a matchup between left-hander Jesús Luzardo for the Marlins and right-hander Bryce Miller for the Mariners.