What happened: Philadelphia won Game 2 in wild fashion to open the October schedule. The victory landed Oct. 1 with the 2026 MLB postseason field set.

Why it matters: Game 2 results shape pitching order and home-field pressure for the rest of an October series. An early win also steadies a roster entering the travel and off-day stretch.

What to watch: Philadelphia's next October matchup will set the date, venue and probable starters.