In an exciting morning encounter at Citizens Bank Park, the Philadelphia Phillies surpassed the Atlanta Braves with a score of 5-4 in the first game of the doubleheader this Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Catcher Rafael Marchán was the standout player, hitting a two-run home run and producing the winning run by getting hit by a pitch with the bases loaded in the eighth inning.
Game summary:
- 3rd inning: Marchán hit a two-run home run, putting the Phillies ahead 2-0.
- 5th inning: Trea Turner extended the lead with a run-scoring single, bringing the score to 3-0.
- 6th inning: The Braves responded with run-scoring singles from Sean Murphy and Ronald Acuña Jr., closing the gap to 3-2.
- 7th inning: Kyle Schwarber hit a solo home run for the Phillies, increasing the lead to 4-2.
- 8th inning: Murphy and Michael Harris II tied the game with a home run and a run-scoring double, respectively.
- 8th inning (bottom): Marchán was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded, allowing the winning run to score.
Featured Performances:
- Rafael Marchán (PHI): 1 for 2, home run, 3 RBIs.
- Sean Murphy (ATL): 2 for 3, home run, 2 RBIs.
- Michael Harris II (ATL): RBI double and a spectacular catch in center field that prevented a home run.
Pitchers:
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- Winner: José Ruiz (PHI)
- Loser: Daysbel Hernández (ATL)
- Save: Jordan Romano (PHI)
With this victory, the Phillies improve their record to 36-19, while the Braves fall to 25-29. Both teams prepare for the second game of the doubleheader this afternoon.
