13 Philadelphia Phillies Photos From Game 1 Victory [GALLERY]
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins 4-1 in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series. The home crowd gave the home team a boost early, and they…
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins 4-1 in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series. The home crowd gave the home team a boost early, and they never looked back.
Phillies-Marlins: Game 1
Zack Wheeler took the mound in the top of the 1st inning with an incredible advantage on his side. The crowd at Citizens Bank Park was loud for the first game of the 2023 MLB Playoffs. The “Red October” hysteria creates a home field advantage unique to the city of Philadelphia in a sport that doesn’t favor the home team as much as others.
The staff ace shut down the Marlins, pitching 6 ⅔ innings while allowing just one earned run. He also struck out eight Marlins hitters and walked none. He made things easy for his offense.
The Phillies struggled to hit with runners in scoring position, especially early in the game. However, Alec Bohm, Bryson Stott, Cristian Pache, and Nick Castellanos drove in runs for the Phillies on the way to a 4-1 victory.
Game 1 at Citizens Bank Park
The atmosphere at Citizens Bank Park in October is unbeatable. The rally towels get everyone on their feet to fuel the hostility against the visitors. Rhys Hoskins almost caused the crowd to burn out before the game even started.
The scattered jerseys of past and present Phillies unite a crowd of generations of local fans who have hung tough cheering for the team with the most losses of any team in major professional sports.
The Philadelphia fan base expects a long run in Red October. They experienced the euphoria of playoff baseball one year ago. However, it ended with a heartbreaking loss in the World Series at the hands of the Houston Astros.
The Philadelphia Phillies have one game down, and they only need 12 more before they plan a World Series parade down Broad Street.
Enjoy the best Phillies photos from Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series.
Rhys Hoskins
Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)Rhys Hoskinss set the crowd on fire when he threw out the first pitch at Citizens Bank Park. He missed the entire 2023 regular season.
Red October at Citizens Bank Park
Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty ImagesThe Red October crowd at Citizens Bank Park was loud and proud. They helped the Phillies with the best home field advantage in the sport.
Citizens Bank Park
Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesThe Phillies began the 2022 postseason with a 6-0 record at Citizens Bank Park. They lost their final two home games.
Zack Wheeler
Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty ImagesThe Phillies turned to Zack Wheeler in Game 1. He was their best pitcher all year, and he dominated the Marlins.
Alec Bohm
Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesThe Phillies needed some defense to help out Zack Wheeler and the pitching staff on Tuesday night. Alec Bohm made some excellent plays at 3rd base, and he drove home the first run of the ballgame.
Nick Castellanos
Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)Nick Castellanos bounced back from a down season in 2022. He slugged 29 home runs for the Phillies in 2023.
Zack Wheeler
Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty ImagesStaff ace Zack Wheeler earned a standing ovation from the Philadelphia crowd. He pitched 6 2/3 innings and allowed only one run.
Bryson Stott
Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty ImagesBryson Stott had a breakout season for the Phillies in 2023. He had an RBI hit in Game 1.
Bryce Harper
Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesBryce Harper ran through the stop sign at third base to put the Phillies up 4-1. He is one of the most aggressive baserunners in the majors.
Jose Alvarado
Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesDominican fireballer Jose Alvarado is one of the most intimidating relievers in Major League Baseball. He will be a key bullpen weapon for the Phillies.
Trea Turner
Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty ImagesTrea Turner has meshed with his teammates in Philadelphia. He is possibly the best story on the 2023 team.
J.T. Realmuto and Craig Kimbrel
Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty ImagesCatcher J.T. Realmuto and pitcher Craig Kimbrel breathe a sigh of relief. The Phillies shut down the threatening Marlins in the 9th inning.
