 However, Darin Ruf, who recently joined the Phillies from the minor leagues, saw that his first hit was also his first home run.Their playoff chances then ended for good when the Phillies loss the first game of the next series against the Marlins on September 28.The Phillies would then finish the year by winning the next 2 games against the Marlins, but would win only 1 of 3 from the Nationals.