The dodgers vs phillies match player stats from July 22, 2026, tell the story of a close Major League Baseball contest decided by one powerful swing. The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, with Max Muncy delivering the decisive two-run home run in the fourth inning. Although Philadelphia collected seven hits compared with Los Angeles’s five, the Dodgers made better use of their scoring opportunities and received a strong pitching performance from Justin Wrobleski. The game lasted two hours and 27 minutes, drew an announced attendance of 40,077, and demonstrated how pitching control, timely hitting, and defensive execution can determine a result even when the winning team records fewer hits.

This matchup was more than a low-scoring result. It featured an effective starting-pitcher duel between Wrobleski and Zack Wheeler, a crucial offensive contribution from Muncy, and a late-game effort from the Dodgers’ bullpen to protect a narrow lead. Philadelphia made contact often enough to create opportunities, but it could not turn enough of those chances into runs.

For readers examining the box score, the most important distinction is between overall production and game-changing production. The Phillies registered more hits, yet the Dodgers scored twice on one swing and held the advantage through the final out. The individual statistics explain how that happened.

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Dodgers vs Phillies Match Player Stats: Game Overview

The July 22 meeting was the second game in a three-game series at Citizens Bank Park. Los Angeles entered the contest with a displayed record of 64-38, including a 33-19 road record. Philadelphia’s displayed record was 56-46, with a 27-24 record at home.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Away team

2 runs

5 hits

1 error

Philadelphia Phillies

Home team

1 run

7 hits

0 errors

Date

July 22, 2026

Venue

Citizens Bank Park

Game duration

2 hr 27 min

Attendance

40,077

Final score by inning

Inning	Dodgers	Phillies
1st	0	1
2nd	0	0
3rd	0	0
4th	2	0
5th	0	0
6th	0	0
7th	0	0
8th	0	0
9th	0	0
Final	2	1

Philadelphia scored first when Alec Bohm singled to left field, bringing Bryce Harper home in the first inning. The Dodgers responded in the fourth when Muncy hit a two-run home run to center field, also scoring Andy Pages.

Neither team scored again.

That scoring pattern explains the entire contest. Philadelphia’s early lead did not last, and Los Angeles converted one important offensive opportunity into enough runs to win. From that point onward, the Dodgers’ pitchers prevented the Phillies from producing the tying run.

Complete Player Statistics for Dodgers vs Phillies

The box score shows a game in which the Dodgers relied on one decisive power-hitting moment, while the Phillies produced more singles and extra-base-hit opportunities without generating enough runs.

Los Angeles Dodgers batting statistics

Player	Key contribution	Statistical significance
Shohei Ohtani	1 hit	Added a hit to the Dodgers’ offensive total
Andy Pages	1 hit	Scored the go-ahead run on Muncy’s home run
Freddie Freeman	1 hit	Contributed to the five-hit team total
Max Muncy	1 hit, 2 RBIs, 1 home run	Delivered the game-winning hit
E. Alfonzo	1 hit	Completed the Dodgers’ five-hit total

Los Angeles finished with five hits in 31 at-bats, two runs, two RBIs, one home run, no walks, and 11 strikeouts. The team left two runners on base and went 1-for-1 with runners in scoring position.

These figures reveal an important feature of the Dodgers’ performance. They did not generate a high volume of baserunners through walks or collect numerous hits, but they converted their one recorded opportunity with runners in scoring position into a decisive result.

Muncy’s home run supplied both runs. Pages reached a scoring position before the home run, and Muncy drove him home while also crossing the plate himself. That single plate appearance changed the scoreboard from a 1-0 Philadelphia lead to a 2-1 Los Angeles advantage.

The Dodgers also struck out 11 times. That is a substantial number in a nine-inning game and indicates that their offense was not consistently putting the ball in play. Their victory therefore should not be interpreted as evidence that they dominated the Phillies’ pitching from start to finish. It was a more specific achievement: they found one decisive opening and received enough pitching support to make it count.

Philadelphia Phillies batting statistics

Player	Key contribution	Statistical significance
Trea Turner	1 hit	Added to Philadelphia’s seven-hit total
Bryce Harper	1 hit, scored 1 run	Scored the Phillies’ only run
Alec Bohm	3 hits, 1 RBI	Led Philadelphia in hits and drove in Harper
J.T. Realmuto	1 hit	Recorded an extra-base hit, a double
Bryson Stott	1 hit	Contributed to the team’s offensive production

Philadelphia recorded seven hits in 33 at-bats, one run, one RBI, no home runs, one walk, and 11 strikeouts. The Phillies left six runners on base and went 1-for-5 with runners in scoring position.

Bohm was the standout Phillies hitter by hit count. His three-hit performance accounted for a substantial portion of the team’s seven hits, and his first-inning single produced Philadelphia’s only run.

Harper and Realmuto also recorded doubles, listed as their 19th and 12th of the season, respectively. Those extra-base hits show that Philadelphia had opportunities to create pressure without hitting a home run.

However, the team’s six runners left on base and its 1-for-5 performance with runners in scoring position help explain why seven hits translated into only one run. The Phillies made contact, but too few of their opportunities resulted in a runner crossing home plate.

The box score also records a stolen base by D. Hill, his 11th of the season, and a double play grounded into by Turner. These details matter because baserunning and double plays can influence a close game just as much as the headline batting numbers.

Statistical note: The supplied game data identifies the listed hitters and their key contributions, but it does not include a complete individual batting line with at-bats, strikeouts, and hit-by-hit sequencing for every player. Those figures are not estimated here.

Max Muncy’s Home Run Changed the Game

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Max Muncy’s fourth-inning home run was the defining offensive moment of the game. According to the supplied box-score data, the ball traveled 421 feet, marked his 19th home run of the season, and produced two RBIs.

The timing was especially important.

Philadelphia had taken a 1-0 lead in the opening inning. The Dodgers then went through the second and third innings without scoring. By the time Muncy came to the plate in the fourth, Los Angeles needed a productive at-bat to prevent the Phillies from controlling the game’s tempo.

Muncy delivered more than a single or a sacrifice fly. His home run brought Pages home and gave Los Angeles the lead in one swing.

Why the two-run homer mattered

There are three reasons the home run carried so much weight.

First, it changed the lead immediately. The Dodgers did not have to manufacture two separate scoring plays. One swing moved them from trailing by one run to leading by one.

Second, it rewarded the Dodgers for reaching base. Pages’ presence on base meant that Muncy’s power produced two runs instead of one. The value of a home run increases when runners are already aboard.

Third, it created a lead that the pitching staff could defend. A one-run advantage is narrow, but it gives a pitching staff a clear target. Every subsequent out brought the Dodgers closer to protecting that lead.

Muncy’s season statistics also provide context. His listed batting average was .263, on-base percentage .359, and slugging percentage .506. Those figures indicate that his value extended beyond batting average alone. His slugging percentage reflects his ability to generate extra-base production, while his on-base percentage captures his ability to reach base through hits and walks.

His 19th home run added another important contribution to his season total, taking his listed RBI count to 45.

The larger lesson is that a player can have a greater effect on a particular game than his total number of hits might suggest. Muncy had one hit, but that hit produced the decisive two runs.

Justin Wrobleski’s Starting Pitching Performance

Justin Wrobleski earned the win with a performance that combined length, strikeouts, and damage control. The supplied statistics credit him with 6.1 innings, five hits allowed, one earned run, seven strikeouts, and one walk. His listed record improved to 11-2, and his starting-pitcher ERA was 2.62.

Pitching statistic	Justin Wrobleski
Innings pitched	6.1
Hits allowed	5
Earned runs allowed	1
Strikeouts	7
Walks	1
Decision	Win
Record	11-2
Listed ERA	2.62
Game score	65

Limiting damage after the first inning

Wrobleski allowed Philadelphia’s opening run when Bohm singled Harper home. The important part of his outing was what followed. He did not allow that early scoring play to turn into a larger rally, and he completed more than six innings while giving up only one earned run.

This is one of the most useful ways to assess a starting pitcher. A pitcher does not need to prevent every hit to perform well. Instead, the pitcher needs to limit the damage that those hits create.

Philadelphia collected five hits against Wrobleski, but the Phillies did not turn those hits into repeated scoring innings. His seven strikeouts helped him end plate appearances without relying entirely on his fielders, while the single walk limited free baserunners.

His 17 first-pitch strikes against 25 batters faced also indicate that he often began plate appearances by getting ahead in the count. First-pitch strikes can help pitchers expand their options, because hitters facing an early strike may need to protect the plate rather than wait for an ideal pitch.

What Wrobleski did well

His outing can be understood through three measures:

Innings completed: Working into the seventh inning reduced the burden on the bullpen.
Run prevention: Allowing one earned run kept Philadelphia within reach but below the Dodgers’ final total.
Control: One walk meant that relatively few free baserunners were added to the Phillies’ hit total.

A starting pitcher can have a strong outing without recording the highest strikeout total in the game. Wrobleski’s seven strikeouts were important, but his ability to work deep into the contest while allowing one earned run was just as significant.

The result also highlights the difference between a pitcher’s game score and the official win-loss decision. Wrobleski received a game score of 65, compared with Wheeler’s 68, yet Wrobleski earned the victory because his team scored enough runs and preserved the lead. Game score evaluates a pitcher’s outing using a statistical formula; it does not decide which team wins.

Zack Wheeler’s Strong Outing in a Losing Effort

Zack Wheeler delivered an effective performance for Philadelphia despite receiving the loss. His line included seven innings pitched, five hits allowed, two earned runs, nine strikeouts, and no walks. His listed record became 10-2, while his game score was 68.

Pitching statistic	Zack Wheeler
Innings pitched	7.0
Hits allowed	5
Earned runs allowed	2
Strikeouts	9
Walks	0
Decision	Loss
Record	10-2
Game score	68

Wheeler kept the Dodgers’ offense quiet

Wheeler allowed only five hits and recorded nine strikeouts. He also issued no walks, meaning the Dodgers did not receive free baserunners from him.

Those are strong indicators of a controlled start. Wheeler limited the volume of hits, prevented walks, and struck out more than a batter per inning. In many games, that combination gives a team a good chance to win.

The problem was the fourth inning. Muncy’s two-run homer accounted for the Dodgers’ entire scoring output. Wheeler did not allow Los Angeles to build a multi-inning scoring advantage, but the home run proved sufficient to decide the result.

This distinction is important when evaluating pitchers. A loss does not automatically mean a pitcher performed poorly. Wheeler allowed only two earned runs over seven innings, a performance that would often keep a team competitive.

Comparing the two starters

Category	Justin Wrobleski	Zack Wheeler
Innings	6.1	7.0
Hits allowed	5	5
Earned runs	1	2
Strikeouts	7	9
Walks	1	0
Game score	65	68
Decision	Win	Loss

Wheeler had the higher game score and more strikeouts, while Wrobleski allowed fewer earned runs. The difference came down to the scoring environment: Wrobleski surrendered one run, and the Dodgers scored twice against Wheeler.

This is why the box score should be read as a complete story rather than a simple ranking of pitchers. Wheeler was effective at limiting baserunners and missing bats. Wrobleski was effective at limiting runs. Both performed well, but the Dodgers’ starter and offense combined to produce the winning outcome.

Dodgers Bullpen Statistics and Late-Inning Execution

The Dodgers’ starting pitcher established the foundation, but the bullpen had to complete the job. Los Angeles finished with nine innings pitched as a staff, allowing seven hits and one earned run while recording 11 strikeouts and one walk.

The supplied pitching figures identify two important relief contributions from E. Phillips and T. Scott.

Dodgers pitcher	Innings	Hits allowed	Earned runs	Strikeouts	Walks
Justin Wrobleski	6.1	5	1	7	1
E. Phillips	1.0	0	0	2	0
T. Scott	1.2	2	0	2	0
Team total	9.0	7	1	11	1

Note: Baseball pitching notation records partial innings in thirds. The figures above follow the supplied box-score notation.

E. Phillips provided a clean relief inning

Phillips pitched one inning and allowed no hits or runs. He recorded two strikeouts and issued no walks.

A clean relief inning is valuable in a one-run game because it prevents the opposing team from building momentum. Phillips did not allow a baserunner during his recorded inning, which kept Philadelphia from creating an immediate scoring threat.

His performance also illustrates why relief pitching should be evaluated in context. Two strikeouts and no baserunners in a single inning may not attract the same attention as a starting pitcher’s seven-inning performance, but they can be essential when the margin is only one run.

T. Scott secured the save

Scott recorded the save, bringing his listed season total to 15. His outing consisted of 1.2 innings, two hits allowed, no earned runs, two strikeouts, and no walks.

Scott did allow two hits, so his save was not entirely free of pressure. However, he prevented those hits from becoming runs and completed the task of protecting the Dodgers’ 2-1 advantage.

That distinction is central to understanding a save. The objective is not necessarily to retire every batter without allowing contact. It is to finish the game while preserving the team’s lead under the applicable save conditions.

The Dodgers’ bullpen therefore contributed to the victory in two different ways. Phillips recorded a clean inning, while Scott allowed contact but prevented Philadelphia from scoring. Together with Wrobleski’s start, their work ensured that the Phillies’ seven hits produced only one run.

Phillies Bullpen Performance

Philadelphia’s relievers also performed effectively after Wheeler departed. The supplied data credits J. Alvarado with one inning, no hits, no runs, one strikeout, and no walks. J. Bowlan recorded the same line.

Phillies pitcher	Innings	Hits allowed	Runs allowed	Strikeouts	Walks
Zack Wheeler	7.0	5	2 earned	9	0
J. Alvarado	1.0	0	0	1	0
J. Bowlan	1.0	0	0	1	0

The relievers prevented Los Angeles from adding insurance runs in the later innings. Both recorded hitless frames, which meant Philadelphia remained within one run until the final out.

The limitation was not the bullpen’s ability to hold the Dodgers. The Phillies’ relievers did that successfully. The bigger issue was that Philadelphia’s offense could not equal the Dodgers’ two runs.

This is an important distinction for anyone reviewing team performance. A close loss can involve effective pitching from both sides, with the outcome decided by a single offensive play rather than a broad difference in pitching quality.

Team Batting Comparison: Dodgers vs Phillies

The team batting numbers reveal why the final score can appear surprising at first glance. Philadelphia recorded more hits, while Los Angeles scored more runs.

Team statistic	Dodgers	Phillies
At-bats	31	33
Runs	2	1
Hits	5	7
RBIs	2	1
Home runs	1	0
Walks	0	1
Strikeouts	11	11
Runners left on base	2	6
Runners in scoring position	1-for-1	1-for-5
Errors	1	0
Double plays grounded into	Not specified in supplied data	1

Why seven hits were not enough for Philadelphia

The Phillies’ seven hits were two more than the Dodgers’ five. However, hits alone do not determine a team’s score.

A hit creates an opportunity. The next batter must advance the runner, drive the runner home, or help build a rally. If the offense cannot string together productive at-bats, several hits may result in no additional runs.

Philadelphia went 1-for-5 with runners in scoring position. That means it collected one hit in five recorded at-bats with a runner on second or third and fewer than two outs, using the conventional definition of the situation. The other opportunities did not produce a hit in that category.

The Phillies also left six runners on base. Those runners represent chances that did not become runs during the game. They are not necessarily evidence of poor decisions by individual players, because the outcome of any single plate appearance depends on the pitcher, the count, the type of contact, and the defensive play.

Still, in a game decided by one run, the inability to convert additional baserunners into scoring opportunities was costly.

Why five hits were enough for Los Angeles

The Dodgers went 1-for-1 with runners in scoring position, and Muncy’s home run delivered both of their runs.

Their offensive output was concentrated rather than spread across several innings. They did not need multiple rallies, a sequence of walks, or repeated extra-base hits. The fourth-inning home run created the difference, and the pitching staff preserved it.

The Dodgers’ two runners left on base also compare favorably with Philadelphia’s six. Although the sample is only one game, the contrast helps explain why Los Angeles made better use of its limited opportunities.

The role of strikeouts and walks

Both teams struck out 11 times. That figure shows that neither offense consistently avoided strikeouts against the opposing pitching staff.

The Phillies drew one walk, while the Dodgers drew none. Philadelphia therefore received one free baserunner, but that small advantage did not translate into a higher score.

The lesson is not that strikeouts or walks alone decided the game. Rather, neither team produced a large number of offensive events, so the most consequential plate appearance carried unusual weight.

Fielding, Errors, and Defensive Details

Defense also played a role in the statistical profile of this game. The Dodgers recorded one error, charged to Muncy as his ninth error of the season. Philadelphia recorded no errors.

A fielding error does not automatically lead to a run, and the supplied data does not identify the error as a direct cause of Philadelphia’s scoring. It would therefore be inaccurate to claim that the error decided the game.

Los Angeles also recorded two double plays. Double plays are especially useful when a team is trying to protect a narrow lead because they can end an inning while removing a runner who has already reached base.

Philadelphia grounded into one double play, credited to Turner. That play removed an offensive opportunity and may have reduced the team’s ability to build a rally, although the available summary does not provide enough play-by-play detail to assign a precise effect to it.

The defensive comparison is straightforward:

The Phillies played a clean game in the field, with zero errors.
The Dodgers committed one recorded error but still limited Philadelphia to one run.
Los Angeles turned two double plays.
Philadelphia grounded into one double play.

The absence of errors on the winning side was not a requirement for victory. Instead, the Dodgers compensated for their fielding mistake through effective pitching and a timely offensive contribution.

What the Player Statistics Reveal About Game Strategy

A box score becomes more useful when it is interpreted through the decisions that shape a baseball game. The July 22 result offers several practical lessons for readers, analysts, and fans.

1. Timely hitting can outweigh total hit count

Philadelphia recorded seven hits to Los Angeles’s five, but the Dodgers scored two runs to the Phillies’ one.

The difference was not the number of times each team made contact. It was the value of the contact in specific situations. Muncy’s home run brought home two runs, while Bohm’s single produced Philadelphia’s only run.

For analysts, this is a reminder to distinguish total hits from run production. Both measures are useful, but neither tells the full story on its own.

2. Starting-pitcher performance requires more than strikeout totals

Wheeler recorded nine strikeouts, two more than Wrobleski. He also allowed no walks, compared with Wrobleski’s one.

Despite those advantages, Wheeler surrendered two earned runs, while Wrobleski allowed one. In a low-scoring game, that difference mattered more than the two-strikeout gap.

A fair comparison should consider innings, hits, walks, strikeouts, earned runs, and the conditions under which the pitcher left the game. No single statistic fully describes an outing.

3. Bullpen execution becomes more important with a narrow lead

The Dodgers led by only one run after the fourth inning. That meant the pitching staff could not afford to give up another run without risking a tie.

Phillips and Scott kept Philadelphia scoreless in their recorded relief work. Scott’s save completed the defensive effort, while Phillips’ clean inning helped preserve the lead.

The Phillies’ relievers also kept the game close, but their offense did not provide the run needed to extend it or tie the score.

4. Runners left on base help explain missed opportunities

Philadelphia left six runners on base, compared with two for Los Angeles. In a one-run loss, that difference is worth examining.

However, runners left on base should not be treated as a standalone measure of failure. A team can leave runners on base because the opposing pitcher records a strikeout, a batter hits into a double play, or a defender makes a routine out. The statistic becomes more informative when read alongside runners-in-scoring-position performance and the sequence of scoring plays.

5. A single game cannot establish a season-long trend

The supplied statistics show a particular outcome, not a complete picture of either team’s long-term performance. The Dodgers won this game through a combination of timely power and effective run prevention. Philadelphia collected more hits but did not score enough.

To determine whether either team consistently performs better in close games, an analyst would need a larger sample of games, including comparable situations and the performance of the same players over time.

That caution is especially important when evaluating batting averages, clutch performance, bullpen reliability, and pitcher effectiveness. One game can reveal how a result happened, but it cannot prove that the same outcome will occur in the next matchup.

Series Context: Dodgers Take Two of Three

The July 22 game was part of a three-game series between Los Angeles and Philadelphia. The supplied results show that the Dodgers lost the opening game, won the second, and won the third.

Game	Date	Result
Game 1	July 21, 2026	Dodgers 7, Phillies 10
Game 2	July 22, 2026	Dodgers 2, Phillies 1
Game 3	July 23, 2026	Dodgers 9, Phillies 5

Los Angeles therefore won the series two games to one.

The middle game was particularly important because it prevented Philadelphia from carrying its opening-game win into a series victory. The Dodgers responded to the 10-7 loss with a tightly controlled performance, then finished the series with a 9-5 victory in the third game.

The three results also show why a single game’s statistics should be separated from the overall series outcome. The Dodgers scored 18 runs across the three games, while the Phillies scored 16. Los Angeles won the series despite scoring fewer runs than Philadelphia in the opening game.

The July 22 contest was the lowest-scoring game of the series. It was also the one in which pitching and situational hitting were most decisive, because the difference between winning and losing was just one run.

How to Read the Official Box Score

Readers looking for reliable player statistics should distinguish between a box score, a recap, and a play-by-play account.

The official ESPN Dodgers vs Phillies box score is the primary reference for the matchup’s final score, individual player statistics, pitching decisions, and team totals.

Each type of information serves a different purpose:

Batting statistics: Show hits, at-bats, runs, RBIs, home runs, walks, and strikeouts.
Pitching statistics: Show innings pitched, hits allowed, earned runs, strikeouts, walks, and decisions.
Team totals: Allow readers to compare overall offensive and defensive production.
Scoring plays: Explain exactly how runs were scored and which players were responsible.
Season statistics: Provide context for a player’s performance beyond one game.

For example, Muncy’s two RBIs explain how the Dodgers scored their two runs, while Wrobleski’s one earned run allowed helps explain why Philadelphia finished with only one run.

A useful analysis connects those individual contributions to the final result instead of simply repeating every number in the box score.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who won the Dodgers vs Phillies game on July 22, 2026?

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Max Muncy’s two-run home run in the fourth inning provided the winning margin.

2. Who hit the game-winning home run?

Max Muncy hit a 421-foot, two-run home run in the fourth inning. The home run was his 19th of the season and scored Andy Pages along with Muncy.

3. How many hits did the Dodgers and Phillies record?

The Dodgers recorded five hits, while the Phillies recorded seven. Despite collecting fewer hits, Los Angeles won because it scored two runs compared with Philadelphia’s one.

4. How did Justin Wrobleski perform against Philadelphia?

Wrobleski pitched 6.1 innings, allowed five hits and one earned run, struck out seven batters, and issued one walk. He earned the win, improving his listed record to 11-2.

5. How many strikeouts did Zack Wheeler record?

Wheeler recorded nine strikeouts across seven innings. He allowed five hits and two earned runs without issuing a walk, but Muncy’s home run proved decisive.

6. Who earned the save for the Dodgers?

Scott earned the save, his 15th of the season according to the supplied statistics. He pitched 1.2 innings, allowed two hits without giving up an earned run, and recorded two strikeouts.

Conclusion

The July 22, 2026, meeting between the Dodgers and Phillies was a close contest in which efficient offense and run prevention determined the outcome. Los Angeles won 2-1 despite recording two fewer hits than Philadelphia. Max Muncy’s fourth-inning home run supplied both Dodgers runs, while Justin Wrobleski limited the Phillies to one earned run over 6.1 innings.

Wheeler also pitched effectively, striking out nine and allowing only five hits, but the two-run home run was the difference. The Dodgers’ bullpen then protected the narrow lead, with E. Phillips recording a clean inning and T. Scott securing the save.

Philadelphia’s seven hits and Bohm’s three-hit performance showed that the home team generated offensive opportunities. However, its 1-for-5 performance with runners in scoring position and six runners left on base limited its scoring output.

The final statistics illustrate an essential principle of baseball: producing more hits does not guarantee victory. Timely hitting, starting-pitcher execution, relief pitching, and the ability to convert scoring opportunities all contributed to the Dodgers’ win and their eventual two-games-to-one series victory.