Sunday’s game against the Mets started out as an ultra-efficient pitchers’ duel between David Peterson and Cristopher Sanchez. It ended with a walk off hit by J.T. Realmuto. And in between, there was strong relief pitching and yet another big moment from one of the less heralded members of the Phillies’ roster. It all added up to a 2-1 win that dropped the Phillies’ magic number down to 6.
Cristopher Sanchez has pitched exceptionally well at home all season, and Sunday was no exception. Through the first seven innings, Sanchez tore through the Mets’ lineup, striking out seven batters and not allowing a runner to advance past first base.