The Philadelphia Phillies snatched a thrilling 10-8 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers on Labor Day, marking one of their most exciting wins of the season. The game was a rollercoaster, packed with injuries, questionable calls, a manager ejection, and a total of 24 hits.
Marsh's Heroics Seal the Deal
Brandon Marsh emerged as the hero, delivering the game-winning RBI single in the ninth inning. Jhoan Duran provided much-needed stability on the mound, helping the Phillies improve their record to 80-58 and maintain their six-game lead over the Mets. Meanwhile, the Brewers, despite the loss, hold a strong 85-54 record.
Manager's Reaction: 'I'm Going to Bed!'
Phillies manager Rob Thomson humorously stated, "I'm going to bed!" after the exhausting win that saw both teams utilize a combined 14 pitchers. He praised his team's resilience, saying, "They just kept fighting. That was a battle today."
Walker's Early Struggles
Taijuan Walker faced early challenges, allowing three runs on 32 pitches in the first inning. This mirrored a previous start against Washington, where he also allowed three runs in the first. Brice Turang's leadoff home run ignited the Brewers' initial surge, followed by a double from Blake Perkins that extended their lead.
Looking Ahead: Wednesday's Matchup
The series continues on Wednesday, September 4th, at 3:10 p.m. CT. Freddy Peralta (16-5, 2.58 ERA) will pitch for the Brewers, while Ranger Suárez (10-6, 3.02 ERA) takes the mound for the Phillies. Catch the action on FanDuel Sports Wisconsin or listen on AM-620 WTMJ.
Brewers Lineup Preview
- Isaac Collins LF
- William Contreras C
- Christian Yelich DH
- Blake Perkins CF
- Anthony Seigler 3B
Phillies Lineup Preview
- Kyle Schwarber DH
- Harrison Bader CF
- Nick Castellanos RF
- Weston Wilson LF