Sunday, July 16, 2023

Game 81 - Punchless Phils Fall to Nats

2023 Choice Lehigh Valley
IronPigs #32
Nationals 2
, Phillies 1
Game 81 - Friday Night, June 30th in Philadelphia
Record - 43-38, 3rd Place, 11 games behind the Braves

Completely Unnecessary Post-Vacation Game Recap Post 2 of 10

One Sentence Summary:  The Phillies came out flat in this 2-1 loss to the Nationals, disappointing a sell-out crowd who were hoping for more than just postgame fireworks.

What It Means:  The loss broke a four-game win streak.

What Happened:  Cristopher Sanchez deserved better, as the Phillies starter went six innings, allowing just two runs (one earned).  In the top of the second, Keibert Ruiz reached on a Trea Turner error and Stone Garrett then connected for a two-run home run.  The Phillies halved the difference in the bottom of the second.  Bryson Stott singled, stole second and came home on Alec Bohm's single to left.  That was the extent of the offense for the rest of the game, as neither team scored again.

Featured Card:  Sanchez's baseball card appearances have been sparse to date, and the only Phillies card I have of his in my collection is from last year's team-issued photo card set.  Other than that, I have three minor league cards of his, including this card from the recently released IronPigs team set.

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