mlb Game Recap
Pittsburgh Pirates Philadelphia Phillies Game Ends in 3-2 Pirates Victory - Recap
Pittsburgh moneyline bettors cashed on Thursday courtesy of a 3-2 win against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.
Bettors who backed the Pirates were rewarded as +220 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 8.
Luis Ortiz earned the victory for the Pirates, throwing 5 innings of work, striking out 4, walking 2, and allowing 4 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Jared Triolo in the win.
Philadelphia got a 1-inning outing from Craig Kimbrel in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Trea Turner had 3 hits in the loss for the Phillies.
The battle of the bats favored Pittsburgh as they had 11 hits, while Philadelphia only had 5.
The game was closed out by David Bednar who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 1 walks and fanned 2 batters to earn the save.
Pittsburgh looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Miami. Philadelphia will aim to get back on the winning track at New York.