mlb Game Recap
Philadelphia vs Texas Final: 5-2 - Recap
Philadelphia grabbed a 5-2 win over Texas on Thursday, as Zack Wheeler was credited with a win at Citizens Bank Park.
Bettors who backed the Phillies were rewarded as -210 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 8.
Philadelphia got 7 innings from Zack Wheeler, who gave up 2 earned runs on 5 hits, while striking out 5. Zack Wheeler earned the victory, while the Phillies got 2 RBIs from Cristian Pache in the win.
Texas got a 3.1-inning outing from Andrew Heaney in the loss. He gave up 3 earned runs, 2 walks and 9 hits in his time on the mound, while Robbie Grossman had 1 hits in the loss for the Rangers.
The battle of the bats favored Philadelphia as they had 12 hits, while Texas only had 6.
The game was closed out by Jeff Hoffman who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 0 walks and fanned 1 batters to earn the save.
Next game, Philadelphia takes its act on the road to face Colorado looking for another win. For Texas, they head on the road to face Minnesota.