mlb Game Recap
Recap - Philadelphia Defeats New York 7-5
Philadelphia shook off a 10-strikeout performance by Jose Quintana and still managed to post a 7-5 victory over the Mets on Saturday at Citizens Bank Park.
Bettors who backed the Phillies were rewarded as -180 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 7.5.
Philadelphia got 7 innings from Zack Wheeler, who gave up 3 earned runs on 8 hits, while striking out 6. Zack Wheeler earned the victory, while the Phillies got 3 RBIs from Bryce Harper in the win.
New York's starting pitcher Jose Quintana worked 6 innings, giving up 8 hits and 5 earned runs while striking out 10 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Brett Baty in a losing cause.
The battle of the bats favored Philadelphia as they had 11 hits, while New York only had 9.
Jose Alvarado pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.