MLB Monday Preview: Phillies Aim for Winning Streak Against Mariners
The Philadelphia Phillies are set to begin a nine-game road trip on Monday, facing the Seattle Mariners in the opener of a three-game series at T-Mobile Park. After a rough start to the second half of the 2026 MLB season, where they lost 10 of their first 13 games post-All-Star break, the Phillies have rebounded with a 16-5 record and currently sit three games behind the Atlanta Braves in the NL East.
Philadelphia, with a record of 73-58, is coming off a thrilling ninth consecutive victory, having staged a dramatic six-run rally against the St. Louis Cardinals, culminating in a walk-off home run by Kyle Schwarber. The Mariners, who are 62-69, are also in need of wins to stay competitive in the playoff race, trailing the wild-card spot by three games after a recent loss to the Chicago Cubs.
In addition to the Phillies and Mariners matchup, Monday's MLB schedule features several other games, including the Chicago Cubs taking on the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Cubs, who lead the NL wild-card standings, are looking to build on their recent success, while the Diamondbacks aim to close the gap in the playoff race.
