Bryce Harper continues to be a driving force for the Philadelphia Phillies — not just on the field, but off it as well. The team’s star first baseman knows exactly how to inspire both his teammates and fans with his passion and leadership.
Since signing with the Phillies in 2019, Harper has become the face of the franchise, helping lead the club back into consistent postseason contention.
On Sunday, the Phillies secured their fourth straight playoff spot and are on the brink of locking up their second consecutive NL East title. One more win — or a Mets loss — will do it. Harper is already thinking about the next big moment.
Harper Motivates Phillies Faithful Ahead of the Playoffs
Even though Philadelphia didn’t clinch the division title at home, Harper is confident that a celebration is on the way. The team starts a key three-game series against the Dodgers on Monday, with the division crown within reach.
Speaking to *Phillies Nation* (via Destiny Lugardo), Harper said:
> “There’s nothing like celebrating with your teammates after a long season full of highs and lows, especially when you all share one common goal. Winning the division is only the beginning.”
It’s been a long time since the Phillies won it all — their last World Series title was in 2008, and prior to this current run, they hadn’t topped the division since 2011.
With another division title nearly secured and a playoff spot already in hand, Harper’s focus is clearly on going all the way.
> “We haven’t finished the job yet,” Harper said. “I’m looking forward to hopefully ending the season with a championship in November — and maybe turning that celebration into a full-blown party down Broad Street.”
The Phillies made an unexpected run to the World Series in 2022 after barely clinching a playoff spot as the last Wild Card team. However, they fell to the Houston Astros in six games and have seen their postseason performance decline in the years since.
This current core group has been through a lot together, and this season could be their last real shot at winning it all. As of Monday, the Phillies are just two games behind the Milwaukee Brewers for the best record in baseball and are in position to earn a first-round playoff bye.