When the Wheels come down: Phillies 5, Padres 1

Zack Wheeler delivered another gem and Kyle Schwarber made history as the Phillies easily handled the Padres for a 5-1 win in the series’ rubber match. Wheeler delivered six innings of one hit ball while Schwarber started the game with his 10th leadoff home run of the season, setting a new franchise record.

Good job, Kyle!!#RingTheBell pic.twitter.com/skcA2m3pqO

— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) September 6, 2023 Jimmy Rollins previously held the record for leadoff homers with 9 in his 2007 MVP season.

The Phillies had an opportunity to add more in the first after Schwarber’s blast, as they loaded the bases with no outs and forced Padres starter Michael Wacha to throw 28 pitches. But Bryson…