In their first game at home in 12 days and in the midst of a 2-5 skid, the Philadelphia Phillies (48-24) and their fans picked up where they left off, demolishing the San Diego Padres (37-39) on Monday night by a score of 9-2.
It was the Phillies’ tenth straight win to open a series at home, going back to April 11th. Cristopher Sanchez (4-3) rebounded from his worst start of the season last Wednesday in Boston with seven strong innings allowing two runs, one earned.
Padres’ starter, Randy Vazquez, came into the game allowing a 1.