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**Phillies’ Hot Streak Continues as Rhys Hoskins Smashes Record-Breaking Homer**

In a thrilling matchup against the Atlanta Braves, the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games, thanks in large part to a record-breaking home run by Rhys Hoskins. The slugger’s 38th home run of the season, a 3-run blast in the top of the 5th inning, propelled the Phillies to a 7-4 victory over their divisional rivals.

Hoskins, who has been on fire this summer, has now broken the Phillies’ single-season record for most home runs by a left-handed hitter. His 38th homer of the season eclipsed the previous record held by Mike Schmidt, who hit 37 home runs as a left-handed hitter in 1980.

The win marked the fifth consecutive victory for the Phillies, who have now moved into a tie for first place in the National League East with the Braves. The team’s offense was led by Hoskins, who finished the game with a 3-hit night, including his record-breaking homer. Bryce Harper also contributed with a 2-run single in the 6th inning, helping to seal the victory for the Phillies.

Aaron Nola, who started on the mound for the Phillies, pitched 6 strong innings, allowing 3 earned runs and striking out 7 Braves batters. The bullpen, led by closer David Robertson, closed out the game in dominant fashion, securing the Phillies’ fifth consecutive win.

The Phillies will look to extend their winning streak to six games when they take on the Miami Marlins on Friday night at Citizens Bank Park. With Hoskins on a hot streak and the team playing some of its best baseball of the season, the Phillies are looking like a force to be reckoned with in the National League East.