mlb Game Recap
Jordan Hicks vs Jose Alvarado Tilt Ends in Philadelphia 6-4 Win
San Francisco struck out 12 times against Cristopher Sanchez in losing 6-4 to Philadelphia on Thursday at Citizens Bank Park.
Philadelphia won as a -210 favorite, while Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 7.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Cristopher Sanchez earned the victory for the Phillies, throwing 7 innings of work, striking out 12, walking 1, and allowing 4 hits and 2 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Kyle Schwarber in the win.
San Francisco got a 7-inning outing from Jordan Hicks in the loss. He gave up 5 earned runs, 4 walks and 6 hits in his time on the mound, while Matt Chapman had 2 hits in the loss for the Giants.
Jose Alvarado pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 0 and allowed 2 hits in his outing.
Philadelphia heads into a battle against Miami. San Francisco, meanwhile, will have their next action against Los Angeles.