Reading Fightin Phils vs Hartford Yard Goats — Sep 5, 2026
September 5 · 6:10 PM EDT
What to look for
Fightin Phils arrive in Hartford riding a better recent record, while Yard Goats will counter with the pitching advantage. Adam Seminaris takes the mound for Philadelphia against Stu Flesland III, who carries a 1.95 ERA and 1.00 WHIP into the night. Yard Goats hold the pitching edge with Flesland on the hill. His 1.95 ERA and 1.00 WHIP mean Hartford can lean on command and efficiency, forcing the Fightin Phils to work counts and chase.
- Philadelphia has momentum at its back, having won their last two games. That recency matters against a Hartford club that has dropped back-to-back contests and needs to find its footing.
- Alex Binelas carries the Fightin Phils attack with 26 home runs and 78 RBI on the season. That power dynamic shifts if Hartford can neutralize him early and keep the game tight.
- Andy Perez leads the Yard Goats with 59 RBI, well behind Binelas's run production. Hartford will need complementary power and run-scoring opportunities to keep pace if this becomes a slugfest.
Last five games
Each side's most recent results, newest first, with the score and who they played. These reach back into last season where a club has not played five yet, which is why every row carries its date.
Reading Fightin Phils- 09/04/26L3-4at
Yard Goats - 09/03/26W10-5atYard Goats
- 09/02/26W5-3atYard Goats
- 09/01/26L3-5atYard Goats
- 08/30/26L5-14vs
Rumble Ponies
Hartford Yard Goats- 09/04/26W4-3vsFightin Phils
- 09/03/26L5-10vsFightin Phils
- 09/02/26L3-5vsFightin Phils
- 09/01/26W5-3vsFightin Phils
- 08/30/26W6-2at
Fisher Cats