Phillies Rally Past Dodgers 8-7, Hand First Series Loss

In a thrilling matchup, the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-7 on Sunday, marking the Dodgers' first series loss of the season. Nick Castellanos hit a grand slam, while the Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández had a standout performance with two home runs and five RBIs. The game saw the Phillies take an early lead, only to see the Dodgers rally back to gain a momentary advantage in the seventh inning, highlighted by key hits from Mookie Betts and Will Smith. However, the Phillies responded with a two-run rally in the bottom of the seventh, with Bryson Stott tying the game and Edmundo Sosa scoring the go-ahead run. Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow struggled in the rainy conditions, which contributed to the team's unraveling during the game. The close contest showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, hinting at potential postseason matchups ahead.