It won't be the way their rotation is aligned in the playoffs, but opening the season this way makes obvious sense for the Phillies.

The Philadelphia Phillies are making some tweaks to the roster before they face the New York Yankees Saturday.

The Pittsburgh Pirates are splitting the team up, with half staying home to face the Rays and the other traveling to visit the Phillies. Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 9: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies tips his hat to the crowd after the game against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park on September 9, 2025 ...