After their pitching let them down in the first game of Monday’s doubleheader against the Braves, the Phillies knew they’d likely need a good offensive showing in the second game to salvage a split. Thankfully, the lineup delivered, jumping on Braves starter Kyle Wright for four first inning runs, and ultimately powering them to a 7-5 victory.
After wasting yet another clutch home run in the opener, it would have been understandable if the Phillies came out flat. But Wright, making his first start since May was not sharp and the Phillies took advantage.
The first three Phillies reached base, bringing J.