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Chase Shugart Secures Dual Wins in Phillies’ Doubleheader Sweep
5/2/2026, 6:47:52 AM
Doubleheader Triumph
On Thursday, May 1, 2026, the Philadelphia Phillies swept the San Francisco Giants at Citizens Bank Park. Game 1 ended 3-2 after a walk-off single by rookie Justin Crawford; Game 2 concluded 6-5 in the 10th on a sacrifice fly by Alec Bohm. Right-hander Chase Shugart recorded the final out in Game 1 on four pitches and later pitched a scoreless top-10th in Game 2, earning the win in both contests.
Background & Rarity
The wins arrived two days after the Phillies dismissed manager Rob Thomson and named Don Mattingly interim manager, whose tenure began with a three-game streak. Shugart’s double win is the first since Brian Duensing for the Twins on Aug 9, 2013, and the first by a Phillie since Terry Adams on Sep 21, 2002.
Key Players & Stats
Chase Shugart, a 29-year-old reliever who entered the season with four wins, earned his fifth and sixth victories in the doubleheader. Alec Bohm made a diving catch and delivered the winning sacrifice fly in Game 2. Kyle Schwarber homered in the first inning of both games and finished 5-for-6 with three runs, three RBIs and three walks. The Phillies improved to 12-19, now three wins under Mattingly.
Official Statements & Responses
Mattingly said the day was positive and highlighted the rarity of two walk-offs after the recent managerial change. Shugart emphasized that the club has been struggling and any win is essential. Bohm noted that Shugart exemplifies the type of pitcher the team wants to rely on, and Schwarber praised Bohm’s perseverance, saying he will keep battling.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Just a big moment in a big spot. And I feel like that's my first time in a big moment like that.” — Chase Shugart, reliever
- “Those are the type of guys you want on your team,” — Alec Bohm, third-base coach
- “He’s going to keep going, he’s going to keep battling,” — Kyle Schwarber, outfielder
On-the-Ground Highlights
Bryson Stott’s ninth-inning triple tied Game 1, and Justin Crawford’s infield single drove in the winning run. In Game 2, Kyle Schwarber’s two-out double equalized the score, and Alec Bohm’s sacrifice fly in the 10th secured the victory.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on the precise date of the Phillies’ previous double-walk-off, citing “1998” versus “July 24, 1998.” Minor inconsistencies also appear regarding the last Phillies pitcher to win both games of a doubleheader (1998 vs. 2002 references).
What’s Next
The Phillies open a three-game series against the Washington Nationals, seeking to extend their recent streak while remaining near the bottom of the National League East.
