mlb Game Recap
Matt Strahm vs Reynaldo Lopez Tilt Ends in Atlanta 6-0 Win
Atlanta didn't allow Philadelphia to get on track at the plate, mowing them down for a 6-0 shutout win and a trip to the pay window for bettors on Sunday.
Bettors who backed the Braves were rewarded as -160 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 8.
Reynaldo Lopez earned the victory for the Braves, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 6, walking 3, and allowing 2 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Jarred Kelenic in the win.
Philadelphia got a 1-inning outing from Matt Strahm in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Whit Merrifield had 2 hits in the loss for the Phillies.
The battle of the bats favored Atlanta as they had 9 hits, while Philadelphia only had 5.
Next game, Atlanta takes its act on the road to face Arizona looking for another win. For Philadelphia, they head home to face Los Angeles.