CHICAGO -- Tommy Joseph hit an early three-run homer, Aaron Altherr had three RBI and the Philadelphia Phillies routed the Chicago Cubs 10-2 on Monday night.
Michael Saunders and Freddy Galvis also homered in support of starter Vince Velasquez (2-2) to help the Phillies stop a three-game losing streak.
Chicago opened a seven-game homestand with its fourth loss in five games.
After rain delayed the start for 85 minutes, Philadelphia jumped on Brett Anderson (2-1) for seven runs on seven hits and one walk in 1 1/3 innings.