mlb Game Recap
Milwaukee Downed 2-0 By Philadelphia - Aaron Ashby Takes Loss
Milwaukee was unable to break through against the Philadelphia pitching staff, losing 2-0 on Wednesday at Citizens Bank Park.
Bettors who backed the Phillies were rewarded as -175 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 8.5.
Aaron Nola earned the victory for the Phillies, throwing 7 innings of work, striking out 5, walking 0, and allowing 2 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Nick Castellanos in the win.
Milwaukee got a 1-inning outing from Hoby Milner in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while William Contreras had 2 hits in the loss for the Brewers.
The game was closed out by Jose Alvarado who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 1 hits, 0 walks and fanned 3 batters to earn the save.
Philadelphia heads into a battle against New York. Milwaukee, meanwhile, will have their next action against Detroit.