Nola Steps Up as Luzardo’s Future Hangs in Balance | MLB News

MLB Baseball News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 18, 2026 · 1m

The Phillies’ playoff hopes hinge on a big question: Will ace Jesús Luzardo be ready for the Wild Card Series? With shoulder inflammation sidelining him, the burden falls squarely on Aaron Nola—whose recent seven-inning shutout against the Mets has reignited his dominance after a rough stretch. After struggling through June with a high ERA and losing record, Nola has turned it around since early July, posting elite numbers and reminding everyone why he’s one of baseball’s best. With just nine games left, Nola’s resurgence could be the key to a deep postseason run—even without Luzardo. Listen…