mlb Game Recap
Washington Downed 3-2 By Philadelphia - Jake Irvin Takes Loss
Ranger Suarez reached double figures in strikeouts, fanning 11 Nationals en route to a 3-2 win over Washington on Sunday at Citizens Bank Park.
Bettors who backed the Phillies were rewarded as -260 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 9.5.
Ranger Suarez earned the victory for the Phillies, throwing 7 innings of work, striking out 11, walking 0, and allowing 3 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Rafael Marchan in the win.
Washington got a 1-inning outing from Konnor Pilkington in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Jacob Young had 2 hits in the loss for the Nationals.
The battle of the bats favored Philadelphia as they had 7 hits, while Washington only had 5.
Orion Kerkering pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 1 hits in his outing.
Philadelphia heads into a battle against New York. Washington, meanwhile, will have their next action against New York.