NL's Wild Wild-Card Chase Tightens As Baseball Season Starts Last Month

The National League Wild Card Race Is Heating Up

As the baseball season entered its final month, the race for the National League Wild Card is heating up. Currently, the Milwaukee Brewers, Philadelphia Phillies, and San Diego Padres are all within striking distance of a playoff berth.

The Brewers currently hold the first Wild Card spot with a record of 84-71. They have a one-game lead over the Phillies, who are 83-72. The Padres are currently 82-73, just 1.5 games behind the Phillies.

The Brewers have been playing well as of late, winning 10 of their last 15 games. The Phillies have also been playing well, winning 9 of their last 15 games. The Padres have been struggling as of late, losing 7 of their last 15 games.

The remaining schedule for the three teams is relatively difficult. The Brewers have 10 games remaining against teams with a winning record. The Phillies have 9 games remaining against teams with a winning record. The Padres have 8 games remaining against teams with a winning record.

The Wild Card race is likely to come down to the final day of the season. All three teams are capable of making a run to the playoffs. It should be an exciting finish to the season.

Key Matchups

• Brewers vs. Phillies (September 27-29)
• Brewers vs. Padres (October 1-3)
• Phillies vs. Padres (October 4-6)

Players To Watch

• Christian Yelich, Brewers
• Bryce Harper, Phillies
• Fernando Tatis Jr., Padres

Conclusion

The National League Wild Card race is one of the most exciting races in baseball. All three teams involved are capable of making a run to the playoffs. It should be an exciting finish to the season.