Philadelphia Phillies Playoffs 2026
Philadelphia Phillies 2026 playoff page. The Phillies are 84-68, 2nd in the NL East with a +31 point differential and a 1-game winning streak. If the season ended today they would be the No. 5 seed in the NL (wild card, magic number 6).
Last time out they beat the Washington Nationals 3-0 on the road. Next up: away at the New York Mets (69-83) on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 7:15 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.552 record, including 6 games against teams currently in playoff position. Updated Sep 17, 2026 6:10 AM EDT.

Phillies Playoff Outlook
Last game
W 3-0 at
Washington Nationals
Next game
at
New York Mets (69-83)
What it takes
Magic number 6: any combination of Phillies wins and Arizona Diamondbacks losses adding up to 6 clinches a berth.
Remaining schedule
10 games left · opponents’ record 0.552 · 6 vs current playoff teams
NL East Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 89-64 | 5-4 | 14-11 | +111 | L1 | |
| 2 | 84-68 | 7-5 | 12-6 | +31 | W1 | |
| 3 | 76-77 | 4-9 | 11-14 | +8 | W2 | |
| 4 | 71-82 | 5-9 | 8-17 | +3 | L1 | |
| 5 | 69-83 | 6-0 | 11-4 | -43 | L4 |
Projected Path to World Series
- Wild Card: at #4 Chicago Cubs
- LDS: likely at #1 Milwaukee Brewers
- LCS: NL title game, higher seed hosts
- World Series: Home park of the pennant winner with the better record, Oct 23, 2026
Season Trend
Phillies Playoff Push: 2026 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at | 80-73 | W 2-1 | |
| 2 | at | 80-73 | W 7-1 | |
| 3 | at | 80-73 | L 0-1 | |
| 4 | vs | 89-64 | L 2-5 | |
| 5 | vs | 89-64 | W 4-2 | |
| 6 | vs | 89-64 | L 4-5 | |
| 7 | vs | 89-64 | W 1-0 | |
| 8 | vs | 76-76 | L 5-6 | |
| 9 | vs | 76-76 | W 11-7 | |
| 10 | vs | 76-76 | L 1-2 | |
| 11 | at | 89-64 | L 5-6 | |
| 12 | at | 89-64 | L 2-12 | |
| 13 | at | 89-64 | W 9-4 | |
| 14 | at | 71-82 | L 3-6 | |
| 15 | at | 71-82 | W 3-0 | |
| 16 | at | 69-83 | ||
| 17 | at | 69-83 | ||
| 18 | at | 69-83 | ||
| 19 | at | 69-83 | ||
| 20 | vs | 95-57 | ||
| 21 | vs | 95-57 | ||
| 22 | vs | 95-57 | ||
| 23 | vs | 92-59 | ||
| 24 | vs | 92-59 | ||
| 25 | vs | 92-59 |
This Philadelphia Phillies playoffs page refreshes after every Phillies game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the NL playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Philadelphia Phillies playoffs FAQ
Are the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2026 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 5 seed in the NL, with a magic number of 6 to clinch.
What seed would the Phillies be?
No. 5 in the NL (wild card).
Who leads the NL East?
Atlanta Braves (89-64); the Phillies are 2nd.
When is the next Phillies game?
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 7:15 PM EDT, away at the New York Mets.
How hard is the Phillies remaining schedule?
10 games left against opponents with a combined 0.552 record; 6 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Phillies clinch a playoff spot?
Win the NL East, or finish with one of the three best records among NL non-division-winners. Current magic number: 6.
What is the Phillies record at home and on the road?
9-4 at home, 11-6 away; 7-5 in the division and 12-6 in the league.
