The Phillies were able to secure a victory against the Red Sox in the first game of their series thanks to the strong performance of Kyle Schwarber and Zack Wheeler. Schwarber hit two home runs, marking his first two of June, providing a significant boost to the Phillies’ offense. His power at the plate helped set the tone for the game, giving the team an early lead and momentum to build upon.
Wheeler, pitching for the Phillies, bounced back after a shaky first inning and shut down the Red Sox for the remainder of the game. His ability to shut down the opposing team’s offense gave the Phillies a solid foundation to work with. Despite a rough start in the first inning, Wheeler settled in and was able to keep the Red Sox hitters in check for the rest of the game.
Overall, Schwarber’s hitting and Wheeler’s pitching were instrumental in