{
  "id": 8152241,
  "title": "Nola dominates Mets in 3-0 win as Phillies tie Cubs for top NL wild card",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/nola-dominates-mets-in-3-0-win-as-phillies-tie-cubs-for-top-nl-wild",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T02:25:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/baseball/2026/09/17/nola-dominates-mets-in-3-0-win-as-phillies-tie-cubs-for-top-nl-wild-card"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a thrilling matchup, the Philadelphia Phillies secured a 3-0 victory over the New York Mets, tying the Chicago Cubs for the top NL wild card spot. The game was marred by a frightening collision between New York first baseman Jared Young and Philadelphia pitcher Nolan McLean, resulting in Young being carted off the field. Young was taken to a nearby hospital, where a CT scan revealed no severe injuries, but he exhibited concussion symptoms. Despite these setbacks, the Phillies' ace Aaron Nola delivered a dominant performance, allowing just three hits over seven innings while striking out four batters and walking three. Jhoan Duran finished the game strong in the ninth inning, securing the save with a one-hit inning. The Phillies' victory brings them to an 85-68 record, putting them in a tie with the Cubs for the top NL wild card position. Philadelphia's climb within four games of NL East-leading Atlanta (89-64) adds another exciting narrative to this competitive season.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Phillies defeat Mets 3-0, tie Cubs for NL wild card lead",
    "Nolan McLean collides with Jared Young, Young hospitalized with concussion",
    "Aaron Nola pitches perfect game, Nola strikes out four, walks three"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Phillies' win, fueled by Aaron Nola's dominant pitching, puts them in a tie with the Cubs for the top NL wild card spot and within striking distance of the NL East-leading Braves.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}