mlb Game Recap
Philadelphia Phillies Washington Nationals Game Ends in 8-7 Nationals Victory - Recap
Washington pitchers gave up 2 home runs to Nick Castellanos but still escaped with a 8-7 victory on Friday at Nationals Park.
Bettors who backed the Nationals were rewarded as +160 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 9.
Washington got 1 innings from Carl Edwards Jr., who gave up 2 earned runs on 3 hits, while striking out 2. earned the victory, while the Nationals got 3 RBIs from Jeimer Candelario in the win.
Philadelphia got a 3.2-inning outing from Zack Wheeler in the loss. He gave up 7 earned runs, 1 walks and 8 hits in his time on the mound, while Nick Castellanos had 4 hits in the loss for the Phillies.
Philadelphia enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 12-11 advantage in hits.