mlb Game Recap
Philadelphia Phillies Washington Nationals Game Ends in 12-3 Phillies Victory - Recap
Philadelphia used a 2-HR day from Bryce Harper on Wednesday at Nationals Park as the Phillies defeated Washington 12-3 in baseball action.
Bettors who backed the Phillies were rewarded as -159 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 9.5.
Zach Eflin earned the victory for the Phillies, throwing 8 innings of work, striking out 9, walking 1, and allowing 6 hits and 3 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Andrew Knapp in the win.
Washington's starting pitcher Brock Holt worked 0.1 innings, giving up 1 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 0 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Juan Soto in a losing cause.
The battle of the bats favored Philadelphia as they had 14 hits, while Washington only had 6.
Philadelphia heads into a battle against Tampa Bay. Washington, meanwhile, will have their next action against New York.