Angels right-hander Ricky Nolasco yielded just one run on six hits over six innings, delivering his fifth quality start in his last seven games. Tommy Joseph produced the Phillies' lone run of the night with an RBI single in the first.
Right-hander Aaron Nola was charged with the tough-luck loss despite pitching six strong innings for the Phillies. The 24-year-old surrendered two runs on eight hits while walking one and striking out three.
Phillies reliever Drew Anderson, who was recalled from Double-A Reading ahead of Tuesday's game, made his Major League debut in the eighth and gave up two runs (one earned), allowing the Angels to extend their lead to 7-1.