Bryce Harper snapped out of a recent slump by hitting for the cycle while Kyle Schwarber launched three home runs—two in the same inning—as the Philadelphia Phillies crushed the New York Mets 15-3 on Saturday night. Harper's offensive explosion came after switching to a heavier 35-ounce bat for early batting practice, a move that paid immediate dividends.

Harper finished 4-for-5 with three RBIs and two runs scored, marking just the 11th cycle in Phillies franchise history and their first since Weston Wilson in August 2024. The cycle came during Harper's breakout performance after managing just one hit in his previous seven games, showing the impact of his equipment adjustment.

Schwarber's three-homer night included a pair of massive shots in the third inning, both traveling over 450 feet into the second deck. His 35-ounce bat switch proved equally effective as he became the 67th player in MLB history to homer twice in one inning. Schwarber now leads the majors with 28 home runs this season.

The Phillies joined rare company as only the second team ever to have a player hit for the cycle and another homer three times in the same game, matching a Yankees feat from 1932. This offensive showcase demonstrated Philadelphia's firepower with both sluggers delivering career moments in the same historic contest.