As of Sunday, September 7, 2025, the Philadelphia Phillies’ magic number to clinch the National League East division is 16. The Phillies’ magic number will fall by one with every Phillies win or every Mets loss.
What is a Magic Number?
In baseball, a magic number represents the combination of wins by a leading team and losses by its closest competitor needed to mathematically secure a division title or playoff spot. Each time the leading team wins, or the second-place team loses, the magic number decreases by one. When the number reaches zero, the team has clinched.
How it’s Calculated
- Phillies Wins (W): 82
- Phillies Losses (L): 59
- Games Remaining (GR): 21
- Closest Competitor: New York Mets (76-65 record)
The Phillies’ magic number will fall by one with every Phillies win or every Mets loss.
Current Calculation
The magic number is based on the current standings and the number of games remaining. As of September 8, 2025:
- Philadelphia Phillies Record: 83 wins and 59 losses.
- Closest Competitor: New York Mets (76 wins and 66 losses).
The Phillies’ magic number is now 12 to win the NL East.
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