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Phillies' Pitcher Kerkering's Disastrous Throw Sends Dodgers to NLCS
10 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Phillies led Game 4 but lost in extras due to Kerkering's errant throw
- Dodgers advance to NLCS after dramatic comeback win
- Phillies face uncertain offseason with key free agents
On October 10, 2025, the Phillies were just one win away from sending their NLDS series against the Dodgers back to Philadelphia for a decisive Game 5. However, in a dramatic extra-innings affair, the Phillies' season came to a crushing end.
Leading 2-0 in the bottom of the 10th, Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering saw a ball hit up the middle deflect off his glove. Panicking, Kerkering launched an errant throw to the backstop, allowing the Dodgers to walk off and advance to the NLCS. This heartbreaking collapse marked the second straight year the Phillies have been eliminated in the NLDS.
The Phillies had entered Game 4 with momentum, having broken the game open in the eighth inning of the previous contest. However, their bullpen was unable to hold the lead, leading to heavy criticism of Dodgers manager Dave Roberts' decision to keep Clayton Kershaw in the game.
Looking ahead, the Phillies face an uncertain offseason. Star outfielder Bryce Harper, who struggled early in the series, is set to become a free agent, and his future with the team remains unclear. The Phillies will need to regroup and address several key roster decisions in the coming months.
