mlb Game Recap
Pittsburgh Downed 5-1 By Philadelphia - Jared Jones Takes Loss
Pittsburgh dropped a 5-1 decision at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday as Philadelphia legged out a win behind winning pitcher Ranger Suarez.
Bettors who backed the Phillies were rewarded as -135 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 9.
Philadelphia got 6 innings from Ranger Suarez, who gave up 0 earned runs on 2 hits, while striking out 8. Ranger Suarez earned the victory, while the Phillies got 2 RBIs from Brandon Marsh in the win.
Pittsburgh got a 0.2-inning outing from Colin Holderman in the loss. He gave up 1 earned runs, 0 walks and 1 hits in his time on the mound, while Edward Olivares had 2 hits in the loss for the Pirates.