Phillies Red October Memories: Classics from the 2023 MLB Playoffs

The Philadelphia Phillies began the MLB Playoffs in 2023 the same way they did in 2022. Related Content: Phillies Red October Memories: 6 Games That Defined the Run to the…

Colin Newby

Updated Oct 1, 2024 10:54 AM EDT

Bryson Stott #5 of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a grand slam during the sixth inning against the Miami Marlins in Game Two of the Wild Card Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 04, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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The Philadelphia Phillies began the MLB Playoffs in 2023 the same way they did in 2022.

While they didn’t win the National League East, they look primed for a hot streak in the new playoff format with six bids in each league.

The 2023 Phillies

It looked like history would repeat itself with a wild card team reaching the World Series. Except this time, the Phillies wouldn’t be the surprise underdogs against a team powerhouse like the Houston Astros.

Dave Dombrowski had added Trea Turner to an already stacked lineup. The high-priced shortstop finally came around offensively late in the 2023 regular season, and the World Series experience in 2022 made the Phillies a popular title pick locally and nationally.

The Red October crowd resumed the wrath that opponents felt during the miracle ride in 2022.

The Miami Marlins, Atlanta Braves, and the Arizona Diamondbacks stood in their way.

#1 Bryson Stott Grand Slam Finishes Marlins
#2 Déjà vu for the Atlanta Braves
#3 Diamondbacks Can't Handle The Crowd?

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Bryson Stott Grand Slam Finishes Marlins

October 4, 2023
National League Wild Card Series Game 2 at Citizens Bank Park
Phillies 7, Miami Marlins 1

Remember when Stott sealed the win

Brandon Marsh #16 throws water on Bryson Stott #5 of the Philadelphia Phillies following a game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on September 05, 2024 in Miami, Florida.

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Déjà vu for the Atlanta Braves

October 11, 2023
National League Division Series Game 3 at Citizens Bank Park
Phillies 10, Atlanta Braves 2

Relive an eerily familiar NLDS

Bryce Harper (Atta Boy) #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against Brad Hand #45 of the Atlanta Braves during the fifth inning in Game Three of the Division Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 11, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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DBacks Can't Handle The Crowd?

October 16-17, 2023
National League Championship Series Games 1-2 at Citizens Bank Park
Phillies 5, Arizona Diamondbacks 3; Phillies 10, Arizona Diamondbacks 0

It was a done deal. Right?

Evan Longoria #3, Gabriel Moreno #14 and Ryne Nelson #19 of the Arizona Diamondbacks react to a ball that drops in for a hit in the seventh inning while playing the Philadelphia Phillies during Game Two of the Championship Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 17, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Colin Newby is a contributor for 97.5 The Fanatic who transitions Beasley Media's radio content onto digital platforms. His work includes on-site coverage of the Philadelphia Flyers and Philadelphia Phillies.