Phillies Poised for Postseason Playoff Action Starting Saturday
UPDATE: The Philadelphia Phillies are set to kick off their postseason journey this Saturday, October 4, as they await their opponent in the NL Division Series. With the Phillies holding the second seed, they have a bye during the wildcard round, giving fans anticipation for their return to Citizens Bank Park.
As the Major League Baseball wildcard round unfolds this week, teams such as the L.A. Dodgers and Cincinnati Reds are battling for survival, but the Phillies will not see action until Saturday. The game will be broadcast live on TBS, although the specific timing for the Phillies’ matchup remains unannounced as TBS is waiting to confirm their opponent.
The Phillies are set to face either the third seed, the Dodgers, or the sixth seed, the Reds, depending on the wildcard outcomes. Industry speculation suggests that a Phillies-Dodgers clash would likely attract significant national interest, potentially granting it the coveted evening slot and top announcing team.
TBS’s primary announcers, Brian Anderson and Alex Faust, are expected to lead the coverage, although the division of their assignments remains unclear. The network may assign one of its analysts, such as Jimmy Rollins or Pedro Martinez, to cover the Phillies, enhancing the local connection during this high-stakes series.
The divisional round is a best-of-five series, with potential games scheduled for October 4, October 6, October 8, and October 9, with a possible game on October 11 if necessary. Fans are advised that this week’s wildcard games will air on ABC and ESPN, while the NL divisional games will be on TBS and AL games on Fox.
Should the Phillies advance, the NL Championship Series begins on October 13, also airing on TBS. In the event of a World Series appearance, games would kick off on October 24 on Fox.
Additionally, radio coverage will remain unchanged, with the familiar voices of Scott Franzke, Larry Andersen, and Kevin Stocker calling all games on WIP 94.1 FM.
Stay tuned for updates as the thrilling postseason unfolds. Fans are eager to see how the Phillies will navigate this pivotal moment in their season, and the excitement is palpable as they prepare to defend their championship ambitions.
