Philadelphia Phillies News & Updates
The Philadelphia Phillies were 23-23, 2nd in the NL East. Yesterday, the Philadelphia Phillies pummeled the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-0 at PNC Park.
It all adds up right now. Last night's 6-run victory is the freshest data point. Add in the 6-1 stretch tells you most of what you need to know.
Phillies Game on May 17
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 01:35 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Zack Wheeler (2-0, 2.55 ERA) vs Paul Skenes (6-2, 1.98 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSP, SportsNet Pittsburgh |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 72°F, Wind 7 mph |
Phillies Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Philadelphia Phillies pummeled the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-0 at PNC Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
Highlights
- Bryce Harper went 1-3 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
Phillies Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
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31 | 15 | .674 | L1 | |
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Phillies
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23 | 23 | .500 | 8.0 | W3 |
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Nationals
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23 | 23 | .500 | 8.0 | W2 |
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Marlins
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21 | 25 | .457 | 10.0 | W1 |
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Mets
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19 | 26 | .422 | 11.5 | W1 |
Philadelphia Phillies are 6-1 in their last 7 games, with a +21 run differential.
Phillies Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | .237 | 1.007 | 36 | |
| 11 | .283 | .926 | 29 | |
| 4 | .331 | .832 | 22 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-2 | 1.82 | 1.20 | 64.1 | |
| 3-3 | 5.07 | 1.33 | 49.2 | |
| 2-3 | 5.91 | 1.55 | 45.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 3 HR, 8 RBI, .357 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 9.0 IP, 13 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 7 K in 3 recent games | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Phillies News
Cristopher Sánchez delivered a masterclass on the mound, throwing a complete game shutout with 13 strikeouts in the Phillies' 6-0 victory over the Pirates, extending his scoreless streak to an impressive 29 2/3 innings, the longest in MLB. This performance has fans buzzing about the 'best version' of Sánchez we’ve ever seen, showcasing a transformation that feels rare in baseball. As the Phillies look to build momentum after a 5-2 week, they also added depth to their bullpen by signing reliever Lou Trivino to a minor league contract. With ace Zack Wheeler set to duel against top prospect Paul Skenes to wrap up this rivalry series, there's a palpable excitement among fans, especially after the impressive turnout at Fenway that showcased the resilience of Phillies supporters. Dusty Wathan takes the helm today, adding a personal touch amidst the team's rise.
Phillies Upcoming Schedule
The Philadelphia Phillies host the Cincinnati Reds for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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