The Philadelphia Phillies enter the official unofficial midpoint of the MLB season with a commanding lead in the NL East, thanks to their impressive 34-19 record. Led by standout performances from Kyle Schwarber at the plate and Jesús Luzardo on the mound, the team has overtaken the New York Mets for first place.
Schwarber’s impressive stats include 18 home runs and a .974 OPS, while Luzardo boasts a perfect 5-0 record with a 2.15 ERA. However, the team faces concerns over the loss of key pitcher José Alcarado to a PED-related suspension and the struggles of ace Aaron Nola, who is currently on the injured list with an ankle sprain.
Despite these setbacks, other players have stepped up their game. Alec Bohm and Brandon Marsh have seen significant improvements in May, while Bryce Harper has caught fire after a slow start, hitting .390 with an OPS of .996 since May 16th. Trea Turner continues to hit at an impressive clip, collecting 13 multi-hit games out of 23 played.
The Phillies will need to address their bullpen woes and find consistency from Nola to maintain their position in the standings. With the trade deadline approaching, fans are eager to see how the team navigates these challenges to remain on top of the division.
Source: https://www.thegoodphight.com/2025/5/26/24437443/where-the-phillies-stand-at-the-memorial-day-checkpoint