The Philadelphia Phillies secured a victory over the St. Louis Cardinals 6-4 on 23 August 2026. The Phillies completed a series sweep. St. Louis lost in the closing stages. They gave up a four-run lead in the ninth inning. Bryson Stott sustained an injury. He hit a pitch off his right foot in the eighth inning and left the field so medical staff could examine him.
Two other players were also sidelined. Luis Arraez missed the match because of cramps. Derek Hill stayed out of action due to a stiff neck. The team relied on available bench players to see out the fixture.