Orion Kerkering’s wild throw ends Phillies’ season and perhaps closes a window to win
October 9, 2025
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering received support from his teammates after a costly error led to their elimination from the NL Division Series. Kerkering made a wild throw past home plate, allowing the Los Angeles Dodgers to secure a 2-1 victory in 11 innings and win the best-of-five series 3-1. Phillies players reassured Kerkering, emphasizing the loss wasn’t solely his responsibility. Philadelphia, with 96 wins this season, could lose Kyle Schwarber, J.T. Realmuto and Ranger Suárez as free agents this offseason.