mlb Game Recap
Philadelphia Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates Wrap - Philadelphia Wins 2-1
Philadelphia needed extra innings to claim victory on Saturday, scoring late against Pittsburgh for a 2-1 final at PNC Park.
Bettors who backed the Phillies were rewarded as -161 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 7.5.
Corey Knebel earned the victory for the Phillies, throwing 2 innings of work, striking out 2, walking 0, and allowing 0 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 1 RBIs from J.T. Realmuto in the win.
Pittsburgh got a 1-inning outing from Manny Banuelos in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 1 hits in his time on the mound, while Michael Chavis had 2 hits in the loss for the Pirates.
Philadelphia enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 6-4 advantage in hits.