What happened: The Philadelphia Phillies are off to a hot start. The organization confirmed the positive momentum on Monday afternoon.
Why it matters: The team has staged a massive turnaround after opening the year with a 9-19 record that led to the promotion of interim manager Don Mattingly. Philadelphia has since climbed back into the National League Wild Card race to stabilize its postseason push.
By the numbers: Philadelphia entered Monday's interleague series finale against the Kansas City Royals carrying a 50-40 overall record. Left-hander Cristopher Sánchez brought a 10-3 record and a 2.00 ERA into the contest.
What to watch: The Phillies will look to secure a series victory over Kansas City at Kauffman Stadium.