mlb Game Recap
New York Downed 6-5 By Washington - Takes Loss
New York dropped a 6-5 decision at Yankee Stadium on Thursday as Washington legged out a win behind winning pitcher Patrick Corbin.
Washington was an underdog by +180 and came through for bettors backing them. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 8.5.
Washington got 6 innings from Patrick Corbin, who gave up 3 earned runs on 7 hits, while striking out 7. Patrick Corbin earned the victory, while the Nationals got 2 RBIs from Alex Call in the win.
New York got a 0.2-inning outing from Tommy Kahnle in the loss. He gave up 3 earned runs, 0 walks and 3 hits in his time on the mound, while Giancarlo Stanton had 4 hits in the loss for the Yankees.
The battle of the bats favored New York as they had 9 hits, while Washington only had 12.
Kyle Finnegan pitched the final 1.1 innings for the save. He struck out 2 and allowed 3 hits in his outing.
Washington heads into a battle against Miami. New York, meanwhile, will have their next action against Tampa Bay.