The Phillies suffered a disastrous defeat and lost 4 consecutive games, leaving the last spot in the National League wild card until the final game

Carroll. (AP)

[Sports Center/Comprehensive Report] As long as the Phillies win one more victory, they will be sure to advance to the playoffs as the third wild card in the National League. However, today they were defeated by the American East champion Rays 1:12, and the Diamondbacks lost to the Padres 7:10. The final spot for the National League wild card will not be announced until the final game of the regular season.

The Phillies introduced ace Aaron Nola as the starter today, but he only took 3 days off before returning to the plate. He was beaten by the Rays today. He allowed 3 runs in the first inning and then left the game early. The Rays had ferocious firepower and swept 17 hits in the game. They won 12:1 in the end, giving the Phillies their 4th consecutive loss. Nola suffered his 12th loss.

Fortunately, the Diamondbacks also lost to the Padres 7-10 today, ending their 6-game winning streak. The Phillies are currently 87-74, one game ahead of the Diamondbacks' 86-75. If the Diamondbacks lose tomorrow, they will definitely miss the playoffs. However, if the Phillies lose and the Diamondbacks win, the two teams will have the same final record. Since the two teams are tied with 3 wins and 3 losses, if the division record is compared, the Diamondbacks will win and get the last wild card ticket in the National League.