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Phillies Secure Eighth Straight Win as Wheeler and Turner Shine

Philadelphia edges Oakland 4-3 with stellar pitching from Zack Wheeler and key contributions from Trea Turner and Johan Rojas, while the Athletics drop their 10th consecutive game.

May 24, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run against the Athletics during the sixth inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images
May 23, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner (7) is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run against the Athletics during the first inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images
May 23, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (10) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a run against the Athletics during the ninth inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Zack Wheeler extended his scoreless innings streak to 22⅔, pitching 6⅔ dominant frames with eight strikeouts for his fourth consecutive win.
  • Trea Turner led the Phillies' offense with a leadoff home run, three hits, and an RBI single in the ninth inning.
  • Johan Rojas preserved a late lead with a run-saving catch in the eighth and added an RBI single during a three-run ninth inning rally.
  • Oakland’s Nick Kurtz hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the ninth, but the Athletics’ comeback fell short as their losing streak reached 10 games.
  • Jacob Lopez, in his first MLB appearance since April 29, struck out a career-high eight over seven strong innings for Oakland, while top prospect Denzel Clarke went hitless in his major league debut.