mlb Game Recap
Game Wrap - Philadelphia 8-5 Victors Over Cubs
Chicago dropped a 8-5 decision at Wrigley Field on Wednesday as Philadelphia legged out a win behind winning pitcher Aaron Nola.
The Phillies were a -140 favorite in the win. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 8.5.
Aaron Nola earned the victory for the Phillies, throwing 5 innings of work, striking out 4, walking 3, and allowing 7 hits and 4 earned runs. That effort was supported by 4 RBIs from Nick Castellanos in the win.
Chicago's starting pitcher Drew Smyly worked 3.2 innings, giving up 9 hits and 7 earned runs while striking out 2 in the loss. They got 3 hits from Nick Madrigal in a losing cause.
Philadelphia outhit their counterparts 11-10 in the game.