MLB playoffs 2025: Here's how Phillies can clinch first-round byePHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The Phillies enter the final homestand of the regular season with a chance to secure a first-round bye in the postseason. 2 seed in the National League, which would grant a first-round bye and home-field advantage through the NL Division Series. With six regular-season games remaining, the Phillies' magic number to clinch the No. 2 seed stands at two - meaning any combination of Phillies wins or Dodgers losses totaling two will lock them into the spot. The Milwaukee Brewers hold the top seed position.