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Dodgers Edge Phillies 2-1, Muncy Ties Franchise Mark

7/22/2026

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Muncy Ties

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 2–1 on Tuesday night.
Max Muncy hit a two-run homer, his 228th, tying Ron Cey for fifth place in franchise history.
Left-hander Justin Wrobleski allowed one run in 6 1/3 innings, struck out seven and earned the win over Zack Wheeler.
Tanner Scott recorded his 15th save by retiring the final five batters.

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Wheeler Second-Guesses

Justin Crawford ran on contact despite instruction, creating a rundown that ended his outfield attempt.
Catcher J.T. Realmuto called his retreat a “lapse in judgment,” saying there was “no reason for me to go back.”
Pitcher Zack Wheeler admitted he “second-guessed” throwing another cutter to Max Muncy in the fourth inning, a choice that yielded the game-changing homer.

History

Historical Context

After the Dodgers captured their first National League pennant since 1966 by defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-1 in the 1974 NLCS—highlighted by a 12-1 Game 4 blowout under Hall of Fame manager Walter Alston—the franchise has repeatedly relied on bold pitching moves. The 2024 Dodgers-Phillies clash, featuring a decisive cutter from Zack Wheeler, echoes that legacy of strategic decisions shaping postseason chances.

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Muncy Ties

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 2–1 on Tuesday night.
Max Muncy hit a two-run homer, his 228th, tying Ron Cey for fifth place in franchise history.
Left-hander Justin Wrobleski allowed one run in 6 1/3 innings, struck out seven and earned the win over Zack Wheeler.
Tanner Scott recorded his 15th save by retiring the final five batters.

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