mlb Game Recap
Washington Falls 5-4 to Philadelphia - Recap
Philadelphia got a 5-4 victory over Washington on Tuesday, with Zack Wheeler earning the victory and helping Phillies moneyline bettors cash out.
Philadelphia won as a -170 favorite, while Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 8 were rewarded at the payout window.
Zack Wheeler earned the victory for the Phillies, throwing 7.1 innings of work, striking out 5, walking 1, and allowing 8 hits and 4 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Ronald Torreyes in the win.
Washington's starting pitcher Javy Guerra worked 1 innings, giving up 1 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 0 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Yadiel Hernandez in a losing cause.
Washington enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 8-7 advantage in hits.
The game was closed out by Jose Alvarado who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 0 walks and fanned 2 batters to earn the save.