Phillies Extend NL East Lead to 10 Games with 11-3 Win Over Mets

Max Kepler has significantly improved his performance since the trade deadline, contributing to the Philadelphia Phillies' strong push toward repeating as National League East champions. In a recent 11-3 win over the New York Mets, Kepler homered, collected three hits, and drove in five runs, matching his total RBIs for all of July and marking his best single-game RBI total since 2016. Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sánchez delivered a solid outing, allowing just one run over six innings, helping the Phillies extend their lead over the Mets to 10 games and lower their magic number for clinching the division to seven. Bryce Harper also contributed with a home run, while Brandon Marsh and Harrison Bader added key hits and RBIs, showcasing the depth and unity of the Phillies' lineup and outfield. The Phillies have shown consistent dominance at home and are poised to challenge their club record for series wins as they close out the season. The Mets, meanwhile, continue to struggle, losing their fifth straight game and fighting to maintain a wild-card spot in the playoffs.