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Philadelphia Phillies probable pitchers & starting lineups vs. Toronto Blue Jays, September 4

The lineups are set as the Phillies go for the sweep against the Blue Jays on Wednesday afternoon.

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez | kyle ross-usa today sports

The Philadelphia Phillies (82-56) will try to win the series against the Toronto Blue Jays (67-73) when the two teams finish up their quick two-game set at Rogers Centre on Wednesday. The Phillies, thanks to Kyle Schwarber and a horrible Toronto bullpen, took the first game on Tuesday night with an epic comeback 10-9 win.

Things started out well for the Phillies after Schwarber hit a home run to lead off the game. The tide quickly turned in the bottom of the first frame. Tyler Phillips had another rough start, giving up six runs on eight hits and wasn't able to escape the inning, getting just two outs.

The Phillies battled back and set the stage for Schwarber in the top of the ninth when he came up with two on, trailing 8-7. The designated hitter sealed his historic night by crushing his fifth hit and third home run of the night, putting the Phillies up 10-8. The miraculous victory brought their magic number to clinch the NL East down to 18 games.

The Phillies optioned Phillips before Wednesday's game, adding right-hander Nick Nelson to the bullpen mix.

Phillies vs. Blue Jays probable pitchers, September 4

  • Cristopher Sánchez (9-9) will take the ball for the Phillies. The lefty has a 3.49 ERA and 1.28 WHIP in 26 starts. He went 2-2 in five August starts, posting a 4.02 ERA and 1.28 WHIP. Sánchez took a no-decision against the Braves last time out, giving up four runs (two earned) on seven hits with eight strikeouts in 5 2/3 innings.
  • Bowden Francis (8-3) will start for the Blue Jays. The 28-year-old right-hander has a 3.66 ERA and 0.99 WHIP in 23 games and nine starts. Recently named the AL Pitcher of the Month, Francis was lights out in five August starts. He went 4-1 with a 1.06 ERA and 0.38 WHIP with 39 strikeouts in 34 innings

Philadelphia Phillies starting lineup, September 4

  • 1. LF Kyle Schwarber
  • 2. SS Trea Turner
  • 3. 1B Bryce Harper
  • 4. DH Nick Castellanos
  • 5. 2B Bryson Stott
  • 6. C J.T. Realmuto
  • 7. CF Brandon Marsh
  • 8. RF Weston Wilson
  • 9. 3B Kody Clemens

Toronto Blue Jays starting lineup, September 4

  • 1. RF George Springer
  • 2. CF Daulton Varsho
  • 3. 3B Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
  • 4. DH Alejandro Kirk
  • 5. SS Ernie Clement
  • 6. 1B Spencer Horwitz
  • 7. 2B Leo Jiménez
  • 8. LF Davis Schneider
  • 9. C Brian Serven

What channel is the Philadelphia Phillies game on today?

  • Game time: 3:07 p.m. ET.
  • NBCSP will have the Phillies broadcast.
  • The Blue Jays broadcast will be on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+.
  • MLB Network will carry a national broadcast (out-of-market only).

How do I stream the Philadelphia Phillies game today?

How can I listen to the Philadelphia Phillies game today?

  • The Phillies broadcast will be on 94 WIP and WTTM 1680.
  • Blue Jays fans can tune into the game on SN590 and SN APP.
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