MLB playoff picture for Phillies. Will they clinch today vs. Rays

The Philadelphia Phillies are on the brink of securing a spot in the MLB playoffs after their final home game of the regular season against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sept. 27. To clinch a National League playoff berth, the Phillies must win their game against the Rays. If they lose, their chances will rely on the San Diego Padres also losing to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

The Phillies' starting pitcher for today's game is right-hander Zack Wheeler, while the Rays will be pitched by right-hander Nick Martinez. The game will be broadcast on NBCSP, with a radio broadcast available on 94WIP and WDEL 101.7 FM/1150 AM. Those in the Philadelphia TV market can stream the game on nbcsportsphiladelphia.com and the NBCSP app, as well as through FuboTV, Hulu, Peacock, and YouTube TV.

The Phillies' magic number to secure a playoff spot is one, as they can clinch it with a win or if the Diamondbacks lose to the Padres. If the Phillies advance to the playoffs, they would face the Atlanta Braves in a three-game wild-card series beginning Sept. 29. Tickets for the Phillies' final home game can be purchased through the team's website.