Bryce Harper delivered in the clutch once again, hitting a walk-off home run to give the Philadelphia Phillies a 6-5 victory over the Miami Marlins. The win was crucial for the Phillies, who are locked in a tight race for the final NL Wild Card spot.

Harper, who has a flair for the dramatic, launched a 2-2 fastball from Marlins closer Tanner Scott over the right-field wall, sending the Citizens Bank Park crowd into a frenzy. The homer was Harper’s 25th of the season and further cemented his status as the leader of the Phillies.

Philadelphia’s bullpen, which has been inconsistent this season, held the Marlins scoreless over the final three innings, setting the stage for Harper’s heroics. The win keeps the Phillies in the thick of the playoff race, where they are currently tied with the Arizona Diamondbacks for the final Wild Card spot.

Phillies manager Rob Thomson praised Harper’s leadership and clutch performance. “Bryce is the heart and soul of this team,” Thomson said. “He always seems to come through when we need him most.”

The loss was a tough blow for the Marlins, who are also in the mix for a Wild Card spot. Miami’s offense, which has struggled in recent weeks, managed just six hits, and their bullpen was unable to hold the lead in the late innings.