The Philadelphia Phillies conclude a three-game series against the New York Mets on August 27 at Citi Field in New York.

What time do the Phillies play today?

The Phillies face the Mets at 7:10 p.m. on August 27. Right-hander Taijuan Walker (4-6, 3.44 ERA) will pitch for the Phillies . Right-hander Nolan McLean (2-0, 1.46 ERA) will pitch for the Mets .

What is the Phillies magic number?

The Philadelphia Phillies magic number to clinch a playoff spot is 22. The magic number to clinch the National League East Division title is 26. Expert MLB daily picks: Unique MLB betting insights only at USA TODAY

The magic number is the combination of wins needed by that team and losses by its closest competitor that would result in that team mathematically-clinching a playo

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