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Wheeler Throws 6 Strong Innings, Sosa Hits Go-Ahead Homer in Phillies’ 5-2 Win over Angels
Zack Wheeler allowed one run in six innings and Edmundo Sosa homered as Philadelphia won for the 13th time in 15 games.
On Sunday in Anaheim, starting pitcher Zack Wheeler allowed one run over six innings as the Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game series sweep of the Los Angeles Angels with a 5-2 victory.
The Phillies' latest victory marks their 13th win in their last 15 games, capping a league-best 20-7 record in August that has revitalized their National League Wild Card standing.
Edmundo Sosa delivered a tiebreaking solo home run in the seventh inning, while catcher J.T. Realmuto added a solo shot and outfielder Bryce Harper contributed an RBI double.
Relief pitchers Alex McFarlane, José Alvarado, and Orion Kerkering combined for three innings of work, holding the Angels to one run to secure the series finale.
Philadelphia travels to Arizona on Monday to face the Diamondbacks, who remain 6.0 games behind the Phillies for the second National League Wild Card spot.