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Wheeler's Shutout Streak and Stott's Power Propel Phillies Past Pirates

Zack Wheeler extended his scoreless innings streak to 16, and Bryson Stott homered and drove in three runs as Philadelphia secured a series win over Pittsburgh.

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Overview

  • The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2 on Saturday, clinching a 2-0 series lead with one game remaining.
  • Zack Wheeler pitched six shutout innings, extending his scoreless streak to 16 innings and improving his record to 5-1 this season.
  • Bryson Stott hit his fourth home run of the year and contributed three RBIs, including a key two-run single in the fourth inning.
  • Bryce Harper continued his strong offensive stretch, reaching base 11 times in his last 17 plate appearances and adding an RBI in the win.
  • The Pirates, who hold the second-worst road record in the National League at 6-17, struggled offensively and remain in last place in the NL Central.