mlb Game Recap
Craig Kimbrel vs Rich Hill Tilt Ends in Philadelphia 9-7 Win
San Diego dropped a 9-7 decision at Petco Park on Monday as Philadelphia legged out a win behind winning pitcher Taijuan Walker.
Philadelphia won as a +106 underdog, while Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 9.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Taijuan Walker earned the victory for the Phillies, throwing 5 innings of work, striking out 4, walking 3, and allowing 5 hits and 4 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Alec Bohm in the win.
San Diego's starting pitcher Rich Hill worked 1.1 innings, giving up 7 hits and 6 earned runs while striking out 3 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Ha-Seong Kim in a losing cause.
Philadelphia enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 16-10 advantage in hits.
The game was closed out by Jose Alvarado who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 2 walks and fanned 2 batters to earn the save.