The Philadelphia Phillies faced yet another heartbreaking loss, marking their sixth blown save of the season, which places them at the bottom of the league for relievers' performance. After holding a 4-1 lead against the Miami Marlins, the Phillies' bullpen faltered, leading to a 7-5 extra-inning defeat. Their relievers' ERA is among the worst in the league, with only three out of eight boasting an ERA+ above 100. Manager Rob Thomson remains optimistic about the potential of his bullpen despite the early struggles, acknowledging the need for improvement.

Particular concern arises around relievers Orion Kerkering, Jordan Romano, and Joe Ross, who have struggled under high-pressure situations. Specifically, Kerkering surrendered three runs in a recent outing, while Romano's declining velocity raises red flags about his effectiveness as they navigate through this challenging stretch. The inconsistent nature of bullpens means things could turn around quickly, but urgent adjustments may be necessary for the Phillies to stay competitive in the NL East.