After splitting the first two games with the LA Dodgers, Nick Castellanos' Philadelphia Phillies began the finale of their three-game series at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday. The game, marked by the Phillies' slow start, saw several hit-by-pitches.
The first came in the second inning when Dodgers center fielder Kevin Kiermaier faced Phillies pitcher Tyler Phillips. With a 2-2 count, Phillips threw an 82.8 mph sweeper that hit Kiermaier, sending him to first base.
Nick Castellanos also had a hit-by-pitch in the eighth inning while facing Dodgers pitcher Michael Grove. Castellanos was hit by a 97.3 mph sinker after a 1-2 count and was quite furious.
He said to Grove:
“That’s a big f***ing miss.”
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It was Michael Grove’s first start since mid-June after coming off the 15-day injured list. The 27-year-old had suffered a right intercostal strain, causing him to miss 42 games. Grove completed his rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City, making six appearances in which he allowed only two runs in 5.1 innings pitched.
Returning to the hit-by-pitches, the last one of the game was received by the Dodgers’ Gavin Lux. While facing Matt Strahm, Lux was hit by a 94.3 mph sinker.
Phillies' Nick Castellanos brought in two runs for the team in a 9-4 victory against the Dodgers
The Philadelphia Phillies won their series with the LA Dodgers with a 9-4 victory in the series finale. The Dodgers (66-49) lead the NL West, while the Phillies (68-46) continue to lead the NL East.
Castellanos hit two doubles in the second and fifth innings. He recorded two hits on two at-bats, bringing in two runs and earning one walk for the team.
Kyle Schwarber was also a big contributor to the Phillies victory. He hit three homers bringing in three runs and seven RBIs in four at-bats.
The Phillies offense went 10 for 36, bringing in nine runs, eight RBIs, three walks and four strikeouts. Their pitching staff allowed only four earned runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out four batters.
The Philadelphia Phillies will start their four-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday at Chase Field.
