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Chicago Falls 2-1 Against Philadelphia - Game Recap

Philadelphia got a 2-1 victory over Chicago on Sunday, with Matt Strahm earning the victory and helping Phillies moneyline bettors cash out.

The Phillies were a -117 favorite in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 8.5.

Matt Strahm earned the victory for the Phillies, throwing 1 innings of work, striking out 2, walking 1, and allowing 0 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Bryson Stott in the win.

Chicago got a 1-inning outing from Adbert Alzolay in the loss. He gave up 2 earned runs, 0 walks and 3 hits in his time on the mound, while Christopher Morel had 1 hits in the loss for the Cubs.

Philadelphia outhit their counterparts 7-3 in the game.

The game was closed out by Craig Kimbrel who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 1 hits, 1 walks and fanned 2 batters to earn the save.

Philadelphia looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Arizona. Chicago will aim to get back on the winning track vs. New York.