mlb Game Recap
Pittsburgh Tops Philadelphia 9-2 - Recap
Pittsburgh shook off a 10-strikeout performance by Zack Wheeler and still managed to post a 9-2 victory over the Phillies on Sunday at Citizens Bank Park.
Pittsburgh was an underdog by +160 and came through for bettors backing them. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 8.5.
Mitch Keller earned the victory for the Pirates, throwing 7 innings of work, striking out 4, walking 0, and allowing 8 hits and 2 earned runs. That effort was supported by 4 RBIs from Jack Suwinski in the win.
Philadelphia got a 5-inning outing from Zack Wheeler in the loss. He gave up 4 earned runs, 3 walks and 5 hits in his time on the mound, while Trea Turner had 3 hits in the loss for the Phillies.
Pittsburgh enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 10-8 advantage in hits.
Pittsburgh looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against New York. Philadelphia will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Colorado.