PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The Philadelphia Phillies are closing in on their second straight National League East title, and they could clinch as early as this weekend.

A three-game home series against the Kansas City Royals got underway Friday. Only 14 games remain as the team sets their eyes on another Red October.

What is the magic number?

After Friday's 8-2 win over the Royals and a Mets loss over the Rangers, the Phillies' magic number to clinch the NL East stands at 3.

Any combination of Phillies wins and Mets losses totaling three could secure the division crown Sunday.

While a clinch this weekend will be difficult, it's mathematically possible if the Phillies sweep the Royals and the Mets lose all three games against the Rangers.

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