Harper caught stealing home as Phils find way around baserunning miscues
MLB
Last updated: August 30, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies faced challenges with baserunning miscues during a Saturday night game. Despite these issues, Bryce Harper took initiative to impact the game positively from third base.
- Bryce Harper was caught stealing home in a game where the Phillies struggled with baserunning.
- With two outs in the eighth inning and the Phillies holding a slim one-run lead, Harper advanced to third base.
- Harper then attempted to steal home.
- The attempt resulted in Harper being tagged out, ending the inning.
- This play occurred after the Phillies had missed multiple scoring opportunities throughout the game.
- Harper's aggressive move was an attempt to create a run and extend the Phillies' lead.
- The outcome of Harper's stolen base attempt was unsuccessful and he was out.
- The game was played in Anaheim.
- The Phillies were trying to overcome previous baserunning errors.
