Monday, September 23, 2024

Phillies clinch first National League East title since 2011

 Phillies clinch first National League East title since 2011 (inquirer.com)

Aaron Nola has pitched the Phillies to clinching victories before, but not like this. For the first time in 4,755 days, the Phillies are division champs. Next: Securing a bye in the wild-card round.

Aaron Nola allowed two earned runs with seven strikeouts in six innings against the Cubs on Monday.Monica Herndon / Philadelphia Inquirer Staff Photographer