Phillies Erupt for 13-0 Rout, Braves Slump Deepens in NL East Chase
Now trailing by 10 games after consecutive shutouts, the Braves seek to stop the Phillies’ surge in tonight’s finale.
Overview
- Philadelphia recorded a season-high 13 runs on June 27 with every starting position player collecting at least one hit.
- Atlanta has been held scoreless in back-to-back games, extending its losing streak to three and falling to a 37-44 record.
- Shortstop Trea Turner fueled the Phillies’ offense by going 4-for-6 with two home runs in the lopsided victory.
- The win improved Philadelphia to 48-34, stretching its lead atop the NL East to 10 games over the Braves.
- Tonight’s pitching matchup at Truist Park features Phillies left-hander Jesus Luzardo against Atlanta rookie righty Spencer Schwellenbach.