Overview

• Jesús Luzardo struck out 10 over six innings, allowing one run in Wednesday’s 7-2 victory that secured the season series tiebreaker against the NL Central–leading Cubs
• The win snapped Philadelphia’s streak of three consecutive series losses as the Phillies’ offense tallied five extra-base hits after a prolonged power drought
• Cubs president Jed Hoyer says the team is in an “information-gathering stage” as it seeks to bolster pitching depth before the July 31 deadline, following injuries to key starters
• Philadelphia recalled right-hander Michael Mercado and designated Carlos Hernández for assignment as it continues to manage Bryce Harper’s wrist rehab with the slugger set to resume baseball activities
• Top prospect Andrew Painter has posted a 5.19 ERA in six Triple-A starts and now projects to debut after the All-Star break, heightening the role for fellow rookie Mick Abel in the major league rotation