Nationals 10-4 Phillies (Aug 5, 2026) Game Recap – ESPN

**Phillies’ Harper Continues to Shine, Blasts 2 Homeruns in Thrilling 8-7 Win Over Dodgers**

In a electrifying contest that saw the Philadelphia Phillies take down the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-7, Bryce Harper continued to assert his dominance in the National League. The All-Star outfielder smashed two home runs, including a go-ahead two-run shot in the top of the 8th inning that sealed the win for the Phillies.

The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading runs throughout the night. After falling behind 4-2 in the 5th, the Phillies rallied with a three-run inning to take the lead. Harper’s first homer, a solo shot to left field, gave the Phillies a 5-4 advantage.

The Dodgers responded in the bottom of the 6th, tying the game at 5-5 with a pair of runs. But Harper’s heroics in the 8th proved to be the difference-maker, giving the Phillies a 7-5 lead. The Dodgers scored two runs in the bottom of the 9th to make it a one-run game, but Phillies closer Seranthony Domínguez shut the door on the Dodgers, earning his 12th save of the season.

The win marked the Phillies’ 6th straight victory, and Harper’s 2nd multi-homer game of the season. His impressive performance has been a key factor in the Phillies’ surge up the NL East standings. With the win, the Phillies move into 2nd place, just 2 games behind division-leading Atlanta.

Harper’s heroics were just one part of a thrilling night at Citizens Bank Park, with both teams combining for 15 hits and 4 home runs. The Phillies’ win was a testament to their resilience and determination, and Harper’s performance will undoubtedly be remembered for a long time.