What just happened?: Dodgers 2, Phillies 1
The Good Phight • • sports
Key Points:
- Zack Wheeler delivered a strong performance for the Philadelphia Phillies, striking out nine batters over seven innings but gave up a crucial two-run homer to Max Muncy in the fourth inning.
- The Phillies scored their only run in the first inning via an Alec Bohm single, who finished the game with three hits, including his 15th double of the season.
- A baserunning error by JT Realmuto in the bottom of the ninth led to a double play that ended a potential walk-off opportunity for the Phillies, allowing the Dodgers to secure a 2-1 victory.
- Dodgers pitcher Justin Wrobleski matched Wheeler's effort with seven strikeouts, and Tanner Scott earned a five-out save to close the game.
- The series will conclude with Aaron Nola pitching for the Phillies against Dodgers lefty Eric Lauer in the upcoming game.
