The Phillies’ losing streak has reached five games, marking their first .500 record of the season after a defeat at Wrigley Field. Struggling with offensive consistency, they are producing few extra-base hits and have only four players with more than one home run. Despite their pitching staff performing well, the team is facing a significant slump, compounded by bad luck, and veterans are being tested early in the season as they attempt to regain their competitive edge.