Phillies Sweep Blue Jays in High-Scoring Games

Kyle Schwarber had a historic performance for the Philadelphia Phillies, hitting three home runs and driving in six runs in a thrilling 10-9 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. His third homer was a crucial three-run shot in the ninth inning, contributing to Philadelphia's comeback from a 6-1 deficit. With this game, Schwarber matched a major league record for the most leadoff home runs in a season, now totaling 13, and his overall season tally reached 31 homers. The Phillies secured the win despite a shaky start from pitcher Tyler Phillips, who allowed six runs in the first inning. This victory marked the Phillies' third consecutive win and solidified their lead in the NL East. Schwarber's remarkable performance comes as he aims to regain momentum in a season characterized by a lower batting average and high strikeout rate.