Phillies manager Rob Thomson seemed to suggest that Diaz faked the injury in his post-game session with reporters. “That’s a play that I’ll have to remember to tell our pitchers,” Thomson told reporters, via SNY. “Step off a third time. Call the trainer. He’ll take you out. We’ll put somebody else in.”

With Alonso standing on second, the stage was set for New York’s veteran sparkplug, Starling Marte. Making only part-time appearances this season as he adjusts to his role as designated hitter following offseason roster shifts, Marte showcased why he remains one of baseball’s most dangerous hitters.