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Brandon Marsh helped show why the Phillies better than they are
TL;DR
Brandon Marsh's strong performance helped the Philadelphia Phillies secure their third consecutive series win with a 6-3 victory over the Athletics. Marsh recorded three hits, contributing to the team's recent turnaround after a series of losses.
Key points
- Brandon Marsh had a strong performance with three hits.
- Phillies won their third consecutive series against the Athletics.
- The team is on a four-game winning streak.
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After losing series after series since beating the Colorado Rockies on April 3-5, the Philadelphia Phillies have now won three straight series with Wednesday night's 6-3 win over the Athletics. The Phillies have also won four straight games since getting shut out by the Miami Marlins on May 2 (4-0).
A strong performance from Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh was one of the reasons for the Phillies' comeback victory. Marsh was 3-for-4 with a run scored and an RBI, and it was his second three-hit night in two days -- Marsh went 3-for-5 in the Phillies 9-1 win on Tuesday.
Brandon Marsh's success has helped in the Philadelphia Phillies turnaround
Of course, the Phillies' first baseman, Bryce Harper, is producing like his usual elite self -- Harper is hitting .277 with a .922 OPS and nine home runs in 37 games -- but Marsh has been the Phillies' second-best hitter. In 33 games, Marsh is hitting .336 (second in the National League) with a .875 OPS and four home runs.
Q&A
How did Brandon Marsh contribute to the Phillies' recent success?
Brandon Marsh contributed significantly by going 3-for-4 with a run scored and an RBI in the Phillies' 6-3 win over the Athletics.
What is the Philadelphia Phillies' current winning streak?
The Philadelphia Phillies are currently on a four-game winning streak, having won three consecutive series.
When did the Phillies last lose a game before their winning streak?
The Phillies last lost a game on May 2 against the Miami Marlins, where they were shut out 4-0.