Taijuan Walker did not have the triumphant return to New York he probably hoped to have. In fact, his first performance against his former team is one he probably wants to forget entirely. Walker only lasted four innings before being replaced. Though he only gave up three runs, his velocity was down. That combined with his quick exit implies that there’s definitely something concerning happening with him. Strahm, Soto and Kimbrel combined for the other four innings of relief and were, for the most part, OK.
Despite out-hitting the Mets, the Phillies offense was once again unable to score much.