After a 24-hour delay, the Philadelphia Phillies will finally begin their push for a World Series title as the 2024 season starts Friday with the home opener against the hated Atlanta Braves.
The opening day game scheduled for Thursday was postponed due to the threat of rain, but now first pitch is almost here. Find out everything you need to know about The Fightins’ home opener and upcoming Phillies schedule.
What time does the Phillies game start today?
First pitch for the Phillies home opener against the Braves will be 3:05 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park.
Phillies opening day first pitch
Zeke Clark, a Lewes 4 year old who lost his lower leg in a lawnmower accident last year, will throw the first pitch at the season opener. He will be joined on the mound by his surgeon, Nemours’ Dr. Jeanne Franzone.
Due to the delay, a surgery scheduled Friday for Zeke has been postponed so he can still throw the first pitch.
Along with Zeke, Phillies legend Charlie Manuel threw out the ceremony first pitch to former Phillies shortstop Larry Bowa six months after the former manager suffered a stroke.
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Where to watch the Phillies game today
Here’s where to watch the game today:
TV: NBC 10
Phillies radio station
If you can’t get to the game, here’s where to listen:
Radio: 94 WIP, WTTM 1680
Phillies live stream
If you live in the Philadelphia area and have cable, you can stream the game through the NBC Sports app.
If you don’t have cable, the NBC Sports Philadelphia is included on FuboTV, YouTube TV, and Hulu.
Phillies tickets today
Tickets are sold out for the home opener, so you’ll have to find tickets from third-party site like SeatGeek or StubHub.
Phillies tickets 2024
While opening day is sold out, there’s still plenty tickets left for the other 81 home games.
The Phillies have all the info on single-game and season ticket packages here.
Phillies seat map
Need help finding where you’re sitting? Check out the seat map for CBP.
Phillies parking pass
Fans can pre-order parking passes for games here.
Phillies parking lot map
Looking for a parking space? Here is a map of the parking lot map at Citizens Bank Park.
Phillies bag policy
Going to the game? Be aware the Phillies instituted a new bag policy for entry into CBP. Here are the details:
- Guests are prohibited from bringing non-clear bags, including backpacks and draw-string bags, into the ballpark.
- Only clutch purses and/or fanny packs (no larger than 5 inches by 7 inches), clear bags (no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches), medical bags, and diaper bags will be permitted.
- All bags will be subject to inspection upon entry in accordance with MLB security regulations.
Phillies lineup
- Kyle Schwarber – DH
- Trea Turner – SS
- Bryce Harper – 1B
- J.T. Realmuto – C
- Alec Bohm – 3B
- Bryson Stott – 2B
- Nick Castellanos – RF
- Brandon Marsh – LF
- Johan Rojas – CF
Who is pitching for the Phillies? Who is pitching for the Braves?
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler will make is first opening day start for the Phillies while Spencer Strider will make his first opening day starter for the Braves.
Zack Wheeler vs. Braves
Zack Wheeler is 12-7 with an ERA of 3.18 and 173 strikeouts in 27 appearances against the Braves in his career.
Spencer Strider vs. Phillies
Spencer Strider is 8-0 with an ERA of 1.90 and 72 strikeouts in 8 appearances versus the Phillies in his career.
However, Strider is 0-3 record with an ERA of 5.40 and 19 strikeouts in 3 postseason appearances against the Phillies.
Phillies roster
Phillies pitching rotation
- Zack Wheeler
- Aaron Nola
- Ranger Suárez
- Cristopher Sánchez
- Spencer Turnbull
- Taijuan Walker*
* To begin the season on the injured list
Phillies walk up songs
While it’s yet to be determined for 2024, here are some of the walk up music Phillies players used last season, according to Phillies Nation:
- José Alvarado: “Me Olvide de Vivir” by Tono Rosario
- Alec Bohm: “Famous” by Kanye West
- Nick Castellanos: “Over My Dead Body” by Drake
- Seranthony Domínguez: “Guallando” by Fulanito; “Mis Raíces” by Los Dos Carnales; “Calm Down (Violin Cover)’ by Rema
- Bryce Harper: “Flower” by Moby; “I Wrote the Book” by Morgan Wallen; “Paradise” by Bazzi; “Ride Wit Me” by Nelly
- Jeff Hoffman: “Alive” by Kid Cudi
- Orion Kerkering: “Arise (from Marvels Cloak & Dagger)” by The Seige
- Brandon Marsh: “444+222” and “Pluto to Mars” byLil Uzi Vert
- Aaron Nola: “I Am Second” by Newsboys
- Cristian Pache: “Desde Cero” by Chucky73
- J.T. Realmuto: “MONEY & FAME” by NEEDTOBREATHE
- Johan Rojas: “El Dueño De Lo Croky” byEl Alfa & Yaisel LM; “Pasiempre” by Tainy, Arcángel & Jhayco
- Cristopher Sánchez: “Coronao” by Rochy RD; “Socorro” by Jey One
- Kyle Schwarber: “Grove St. Party” by Waka Flocka Flame; “Thuggish Ruggish Bone” by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony; “Fantastic Voyage” by Lakeside; “Cult of Personality” by Living Colour
- Gregory Soto: “Te Llenaste” by El Alffa; “Pila de Mueck” by El Alfa; “Plebada” by El Alfa & Peso Pluma; “El Tontoron Tonton” by El Alfa
- Bryson Stott: A-O-K by Tai Verdes & 2kGoldn
- Matt Strahm: “How Bad Do You Want It” by Tim McGraw
- Ranger Suárez: “Mr. Rager” by Kid Cudi
- Trea Turner: “Lay Low” byTiësto; “Look Ahead” by Future
- Taijuan Walker: “Me vs. Me” by Moneybagg Yo; “El Tucanazo” by Los Tucanes De Tijuana; “Just Wanna Rock” by Lil Uzi Vert
- Zack Wheeler: “Rooster” by Alice in Chains
For a full list, check out this Spotify playlist.
MLB games today
- Milwaukee Brewers vs. New York Mets, 1:40 p.m.
- Toronto Blue Jays vs. Tampa Bay Rays, 6:50 p.m.
- Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Miami Marlins, 7:10 p.m.
- New York Yankees vs. Houston Astros, 8:10 p.m.
- Boston Red Sox vs. Seattle Mariners, 9:40 p.m.
- Cleveland Guardians vs. Oakland A’s, 9:40 p.m.
- Colorado Rockies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks, 9:40 p.m.
- San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres, 9:40 p.m.
- St. Louis Cardinals vs. Los Angeles Dodgers, 10:10 p.m.
Phillies game schedule
Here’s a look at upcoming Phillies games in March and April:
- Phillies vs. Braves, 4:05 p.m., Saturday, March 30
- Phillies vs. Braves, 1:35 p.m., Sunday, March 31
- Phillies vs. Cincinnati Reds, 6:40 p.m., Monday, April 1
- Phillies vs. Cincinnati Reds, 6:40 p.m., Tuesday, April 2
- Phillies vs. Cincinnati Reds, 1:05 p.m., Wednesday, April 3
- Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:40 p.m., Thursday, April 11
- Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:40 p.m., Friday, April 12
- Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 4:05 p.m., Saturday, April 13
- Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 1:35 p.m., Sunday, April 14
- Phillies vs. Colorado Rockies, 6:40 p.m., Monday, April 15
- Phillies vs. Colorado Rockies, 6:40 p.m., Tuesday, April 16
- Phillies vs. Colorado Rockies, 6:05 p.m., Wednesday, April 17
- Phillies vs. Chicago White Sox, 6:40 p.m., Friday, April 19
- Phillies vs. Chicago White Sox, 6:05 p.m., Saturday, April 20
- Phillies vs. Chicago White Sox, 1:35 p.m., Sunday, April 21
Phillies promo schedule
- Phillies home opener: Thursday, March 28, at 3:05 p.m. against the Atlanta Braves. All fans receive a Phillies scarf.
- Opening night: Saturday, March 30, at 4:05 p.m. against the Atlanta Braves. Fans 15 and older receive a McDonald’s Opening Night Phillies T-shirt.
- Cavity Busters Kids Opening Day: Sunday, April 14, at 1:35 p.m. against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Children 14 and under receive a sleeveless hoodie.
- Citizens Phanatic Birthday: Sunday, April 21, at 1:35 p.m. against the Chicago White Sox. Children 14 and under receive Phanatic mittens.
- Mother’s Appreciation Day: Sunday, May 5, at 2:05 p.m. against the San Francisco Giants. Women 15 and older receive a ladies bucket hat.
- Johnson Controls Bryson Stott Bobble Figurine: Friday, May 17, at 6:40 p.m. against the Washington Nationals. All fans receive a Bryson Stott bobble figurine.
- Phanatic About Reading Day: Sunday, May 19, at 1:35 p.m. against the Washington Nationals. Children 14 and younger receive a Phanatic children’s book.
- Kids Run the Bases: Wednesday, June 19, at 1:05 p.m. against the San Diego Padres
- Cole Hamels Retirement Night: Friday, June 21, at 6:40 p.m. against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Fans 15 and older receive a 2009 National League Champions replica ring.
- Riley Green Postgame Concert: Saturday, June 22, at 4:05 p.m. against the Arizona Diamondbacks. All fans.
- Chevrolet Father’s Appreciation Day: Sunday, June 23, at 1:35 p.m. against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Men 15 and older receive a men’s hat.
- Xfinity Fireworks Show: Thursday, June 27, at 6:20 p.m. against the Miami Marlins
- Xfinity Fireworks Show: Friday, June 28, at 6:20 p.m. against the Miami Marlins
- Chick-fil-A 1980s Retro Night: Thursday, July 11, at 6:05 p.m. against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Children 14 and younger receive a Phillies bullpen cart.
- Sustainable Phillies Cap: Friday, July 12, at 6:40 p.m. against the Oakland Athletics. All fans receive a sustainable Phillies cap.
- PECO Trea Turner Bobble Figurine: Friday, July 26, at 6:40 p.m. against the Cleveland Guardians. All fans receive a Trea Turner bobble figurine.
- Kaskade Postgame Concert: Saturday, July 27, at 6:05 p.m. against the Cleveland Guardians.
- Philadelphia Water Ice Kyle Schwarber “Schwarbomb” Beach Towel: Sunday, July 28, at 1:35 p.m. against the Cleveland Guardians. Children 14 and younger receive a Kyle Schwarber “Schwarbomb” beach towel.
- Kids Run the Bases: Wednesday, July 31, at 12:35 p.m. against the New York Yankees
- Toyota Phillies Wall of Fame Night: Saturday, Aug. 17, at 6:05 p.m. against the Washington Nationals
- Toyota Phillies Alumni Day: Sunday, Aug. 18, at 1:35 p.m. against the Washington Nationals
- Independence Blue Cross Senior Stroll the Bases: Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 4:05 p.m. against the Houston Astros
