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Phillies Surge: Mattingly Leads Team to Impressive Milestone
27 Jun
Summary
- Phillies achieved fourth straight win, sixth in seven games.
- Philadelphia is now 10 games over .500, a season high.
- Mets are on pace for their worst season in over two decades.
The Philadelphia Phillies achieved a significant milestone under interim manager Don Mattingly on Friday, extending their winning streak to four games. This victory marked their sixth win in the last seven contests, pushing their season record to 46-36 and a season-high 10 games above .500. The team's performance since April 28 has been stellar, with a 37-17 record, placing them among the best in the majors.
In stark contrast, the New York Mets are facing a challenging season, currently on pace for their worst performance in over two decades. Despite a substantial payroll, the Mets are 34-48 and have lost seven consecutive games. Their offensive struggles were evident again Friday, managing only one run and five hits, contributing to their ongoing difficulties.
The Phillies currently lead the National League wild-card race, trailing the NL East-leading Atlanta Braves by four games. Their turnaround began after a 9-19 start, following the firing of manager Rob Thomson and the appointment of Mattingly as interim. The Mets, meanwhile, introduced Andy Green as their new interim manager following the dismissal of Carlos Mendoza.
