What happened: Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh has delivered a massive offensive surge, batting .376 with a .989 OPS over his last 40 games. The stretch includes six home runs and 25 runs scored as the outfielder cements his role as a cornerstone of the Philadelphia offense.
Why it matters: Marsh’s elite production coincides with the start of 2026 All-Star voting, where Brandon Marsh is emerging as a top National League candidate. His performance has kept the Phillies (36-30) firmly in the postseason hunt, trailing only the Braves in the NL East.
By the numbers: Last 40 games: .376 AVG, .989 OPS, 6 HR, 25 R; Phillies season: 36-30, 2nd in NL East.
What to watch: Marsh and the Phillies look to sustain this momentum through a critical June stretch as they pursue a division lead.