Phillies Clinch NL East Title with Cubs Win

The Philadelphia Phillies clinched their first NL East title since 2011 with a 6-2 win over the Chicago Cubs, highlighted by homers from J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Schwarber. Aaron Nola delivered a strong pitching performance, continuing his trend of excelling in critical games. With this victory, the Phillies secured their 12th division championship and are on track for a first-round bye in the playoffs, aiming for home-field advantage. Fans and players alike celebrated the milestone, with many reflecting on the significance of this achievement after years of falling short. Schwarber's home run also marked his 100th RBI of the season, making him the first Phillies player since Ryan Howard to achieve back-to-back 100 RBI seasons. The team now sets its sights on further postseason success, hoping to build on deep runs from the previous two years.