Can the Phillies clinch Red October vs. the Brewers? What's Philadelphia's magic number

The Philadelphia Phillies conclude a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday in Milwaukee. The Phillies, with a little help, can clinch a third straight postseason berth tonight.

Did the Phillies win last night?

Phillies 5, Brewers 1

Bryce Harper's two-run homer in the sixth inning broke a 1-1 tie and the Phillies rolled to a victory. Zach Wheeler pitched seven innings, giving up one run and striking out six.

What is the magic number?

The magic number shows how close a team is to clinching a postseason berth. According to MLB.com , a team's magic number represents the combination of wins a team needs and losses by its closest competitor to clinch a given goal. Every time a team wins, its magic number decreases by one. Similarly, when that team's closest competitor loses, the magic number decreases by one.

What is the Phillies' magic number?

The Phillies are looking at three important magic numbers. As of Wednesday morning, here they are:

• The magic number to clinch a playoff berth is 2. The opponent to follow in this scenario is the Atlanta Braves. The Braves lost to the Cincinnati Reds 6-5 on Tuesday night. If the Braves lose Wednesday night and the Phillies win, Philadelphia will clinch a playoff spot. Atlanta is at Cincinnati for a 6:40 p.m. game on Wednesday.
• The magic number to clinch the NL East is 4. The team to follow in this scenario is the New York Mets. On Tuesday, the Mets beat the Washington Nationals 10-1. The Mets host the Nationals at 7:10 p.m. on Wednesday
• The magic number to clinch the best record in the National League is 10. The team to follow in this scenario is the Los Angeles Dodgers. On Tuesday, the Dodgers lost to the Miami Marlins 11-9. The Dodgers face the Marlins at 6:40 p.m., on Wednesday in Miami.

What time do the Phillies play tonight?

Philadelphia faces Milwaukee at 7:40 p.m., Wednesday at American Family Field. Philadelphia right-hander Aaron Nola (12-8, 3.62 ERA) will face Milwaukee right-hander Freddy Peralta (11-8, 3.75 ERA).

What channel is the Phillies game on tonight?

The game will be on NBCSP and MLB Network for those out of market. The radio broadcast will be on 94WIP and WDEL 101.7 FM/1150 AM.

How can I stream tonight's Phillies game?

Every Phillies game is streamed on MLB.com with the MLB TV package , which you must pay for. You can also stream the radio broadcasts with MLB audio.

When do the Phillies play on Apple TV+ this season?

The Phillies are scheduled for one more game on "Friday Night Baseball" on Apple TV+ .

Friday: Philadelphia Phillies at New York Mets

How can I watch the Phillies on Apple TV+?

You'll need a subscription to Apple TV+ if you want to watch it. A monthly subscription to Apple TV+ A mo

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