It makes too much sense for the Game 3 starter to be a reliever — and part of the plan — to record 27 outs in Game 1.

Jesus Luzardo just threw the first shutout of his career. It's the clearest sign yet of how the Phillies plan to win in October and who gets left out.

The Braves fumbled their chance to nearly put the National League East race out of reach. But even with the 1-0 loss suffered on Monday afternoon, they still exited Philadelphia feeling good about what transpired during this four-game series against the Phillies.

Philadelphia's matchup with Atlanta has evoked October, a month that’s been too much trick and not enough treat for the Phillies.

BOTTOM LINE: The Philadelphia Phillies host the Houston Astros to open a three-game series. Philadelphia has a 40-32 record in home games and an 81-63 record overall. The Phillies have a 25-13 record in games decided by one run.

The Philadelphia Phillies aren't making any changes as they look to salvage the series with the Atlanta Braves.

Kyle Schwarber made Philadelphia Phillies history during Monday’s matchup with the Atlanta Braves.

Tanner Banks is eligible to be reinstated from the 60-day injured list on Monday, but the Phillies want to give him more time to build up. The left-hander has been on the shelf since July 9 with a left forearm strain,

The Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies meet Tuesday to commence a 3-game series. First pitch from Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is set for 6:40 p.m. ET.