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The Dodgers arrive in Philadelphia carrying the best record in the National League at 64-38, but their recent form tells a more complicated story. Los Angeles has gone just 4-6 over its last ten games, a stretch that has taken some of the shine off a dominant first half. The Phillies, sitting at 56-46 and three games back in the NL East, have their own momentum questions after dropping their most recent game — but Citizens Bank Park has a way of sharpening focus, and this roster has the firepower to make any opponent uncomfortable.

Kyle Schwarber leads the Philadelphia attack with 33 home runs and 61 RBI, a presence that no pitching staff can afford to take lightly. On the other side, Max Muncy has been one of the more quietly productive hitters in the league, batting .263 with 19 home runs and 57 runs scored. Tommy Edman, hitting .341, gives Los Angeles a dangerous contact option at the top of the order. These are two lineups built to do damage, and the pitching matchups on both sides are capable of keeping things tight enough that every at-bat carries weight.

Los Angeles Dodgers at Philadelphia Phillies Game Information

Game Date: July 22, 2026
Game Time: 06:40 PM ET
TV Channel: Spectrum SportsNet LA, NBC Sports Philadelphia, and MLB.TV – Los Angeles Dodgers
Location: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

Game Preview

Philadelphia sits three games back in the NL East, making this a meaningful opportunity to close ground against a team that has dominated the senior circuit all season. The Dodgers, meanwhile, hold first place in the NL West and would welcome a road series win to stabilize form after a 4-6 stretch over their last ten. History adds another layer: Los Angeles has won only two of its last eight games played in Philadelphia, a number that suggests Citizens Bank Park presents a genuine challenge regardless of the visitors’ overall standing.

Philadelphia Phillies Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 56-46
Home Record: 27-24
Away Record: 29-22
Division Record: 10-13
Streak: 1 Loss streak
Winning Percentage: .549

Los Angeles Dodgers Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 64-38
Home Record: 31-19
Away Record: 33-19
Division Record: 7-5
Streak: 1 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .627

Stat Leaders

Philadelphia Phillies (56-46, #2 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Derek Hill, 0.305
RBI Leader: Kyle Schwarber, 61 RBI
Home Run Leader: Kyle Schwarber, 33 HR
Runs Leader: Trea Turner, 68 Runs
Hits Leader: Brandon Marsh, 104 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Trea Turner, 17 SB
ERA Leader: Jhoan Duran, 1.32 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Cristopher Sánchez, 151 K
Wins Leader: Cristopher Sánchez, 12 W
Saves Leader: Jhoan Duran, 24 SV

Los Angeles Dodgers (64-38, #1 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Enrique Hernández, 1.000
RBI Leader: Andy Pages, 68 RBI
Home Run Leader: Shohei Ohtani, 22 HR
Runs Leader: Shohei Ohtani, 66 Runs
Hits Leader: Freddie Freeman, 106 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Andy Pages, 8 SB
ERA Leader: Shohei Ohtani, 1.79 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, 113 K
Wins Leader: Justin Wrobleski, 11 W
Saves Leader: Tanner Scott, 15 SV

What to Watch For

Zack Wheeler is the anchor of Philadelphia’s rotation and one of the most compelling pitchers in the National League right now. His 2.16 ERA and 10 wins represent the kind of performance that changes a game’s complexion before the first pitch is thrown. If Wheeler takes the ball, the Phillies have a genuine ace capable of neutralizing even the deepest lineup. Bryce Harper, batting .258 with 21 home runs and 60 RBI, gives Philadelphia a middle-of-the-order threat who elevates in high-stakes situations.

For Los Angeles, Eric Lauer has been a steady presence with a 3.12 ERA and 3 wins, offering the Dodgers a reliable option as they navigate a rotation that has seen significant injury attrition. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, fresh off a complete-game four-hitter against the Yankees, brings momentum into this series. Kyle Tucker has contributed 47 RBI and 54 runs scored, and Dalton Rushing has added 10 home runs and 30 RBI as part of a supporting cast that keeps opposing pitchers honest. With both bullpens carrying their own injury concerns, the starters’ ability to go deep into games could prove decisive.

Philadelphia Phillies Injury Report

Lou Trivino III – Back (D15) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed RHP Lou Trivino on the 15-day injured list with a right thoracic muscle spasm.
Brad Keller – Elbow (D15) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed RHP Brad Keller on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow UCL tear.
Garrett Stubbs – Wrist (D10) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed C Garrett Stubbs on the 15-day injured list due to left wrist inflammation.
Johan Rojas – Elbow (D60) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed OF Johan Rojas on the 60-day injured list with a right elbow UCL repair.
Adolis García – Lat (D60) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed OF Adolis García on the 60-day injured list with a right latissimus dorsi tear.
Tanner Banks – Forearm (D15) – The Philadelphia Phillies placed LHP Tanner Banks on the 15-day injured list with a left forearm strain.

Los Angeles Dodgers Injury Report

Ben Casparius – Shoulder (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Ben Casparius to the 60-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation.
Blake Snell – Elbow (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed LHP Blake Snell on the 60-day injured list due to loose bodies in his left elbow.
Edwin Díaz – Elbow (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Edwin Díaz to the 60-day injured list with right elbow loose bodies.
Will Smith – Neck (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred C Will Smith to the 60-day injured list with a neck inflammation.
Brusdar Graterol – Shoulder (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Brusdar Graterol from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list as he recovers from right shoulder surgery.
Bobby Miller – Shoulder (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed RHP Bobby Miller on the 60-day injured list with right shoulder soreness.
Tyler Glasnow – Back (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Tyler Glasnow from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with low back spasms.
Enrique Hernández – Oblique (D10) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed INF Enrique Hernández on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain.
Blake Treinen – Elbow (D15) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed RHP Blake Treinen on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation.
Gavin Stone – Shoulder (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Gavin Stone from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation.
Jake Cousins – Elbow (D60) – The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred RHP Jake Cousins from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to recovery from Tommy John surgery (UCL reconstruction) on his right elbow.
Seth Halvorsen – Shoulder (D15) – The Los Angeles Dodgers placed RHP Seth Halvorsen on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder inflammation.

Philadelphia Phillies Upcoming 2026 Schedule

July 22, 2026 vs Los Angeles Dodgers
July 24, 2026 vs New York Yankees
July 25, 2026 vs New York Yankees
July 26, 2026 vs New York Yankees
July 27, 2026 at Miami Marlins
July 28, 2026 at Miami Marlins
July 29, 2026 at Miami Marlins
July 31, 2026 at Baltimore Orioles
August 01, 2026 at Baltimore Orioles
August 02, 2026 at Baltimore Orioles

Los Angeles Dodgers Upcoming 2026 Schedule

July 22, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
July 24, 2026 at New York Mets
July 25, 2026 at New York Mets
July 26, 2026 at New York Mets
July 28, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
July 29, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
July 30, 2026 vs Seattle Mariners
July 31, 2026 vs Boston Red Sox
August 01, 2026 vs Boston Red Sox
August 02, 2026 vs Boston Red Sox

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