mlb Game Recap
Craig Stammen vs Michael Feliz Battle Sees Pittsburgh Fall 8-3
Pittsburgh dropped a 8-3 decision at PNC Park on Thursday as San Diego legged out a win behind winning pitcher Chris Paddack.
Bettors who backed the Padres were rewarded as -150 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 7.5.
Chris Paddack earned the victory for the Padres, throwing 5 innings of work, striking out 4, walking 2, and allowing 5 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Manny Machado in the win.
Pittsburgh got a 1-inning outing from Michael Feliz in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Colin Moran had 2 hits in the loss for the Pirates.
San Diego outhit their counterparts 10-8 in the game.
Craig Stammen pitched the final 3 innings for the save. He struck out 2 and allowed 3 hits in his outing.
San Diego heads into a battle against Los Angeles. Pittsburgh, meanwhile, will have their next action against Milwaukee.