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Houston Falls 6-1 to Philadelphia - Recap

Philadelphia moneyline bettors cashed on Saturday courtesy of a 6-1 win against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.

Bettors who backed the Phillies were rewarded as +120 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 7.5.

Philadelphia got 6 innings from Zack Wheeler, who gave up 0 earned runs on 3 hits, while striking out 7. Zack Wheeler earned the victory, while the Phillies got 2 RBIs from Kody Clemens in the win.

Houston got a 1.1-inning outing from Phil Maton in the loss. He gave up 1 earned runs, 0 walks and 1 hits in his time on the mound, while Yordan Alvarez had 2 hits in the loss for the Astros.

Philadelphia enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 12-6 advantage in hits.