Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies lost the first game of the National League Division Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers, 5-3. The Phillies now need to win Game 2 to stay competitive in the series. Phillies manager Rob Thomson stated he did not consider using pitcher Ranger Suarez in Game 1.
Key Facts
- The Phillies lost to the Dodgers, 5-3, in the first game of the playoff series.
- Phillies were leading 3-0 until the sixth inning when the Dodgers took advantage.
- Dodgers' Kiké Hernandez hit a two-run double during the sixth inning.
- Phillies manager Rob Thomson decided against using Ranger Suarez as a reliever in Game 1.
- Suarez is expected to start in Game 3, with Jesus Luzardo pitching Game 2.
- Dodgers used three different starters throughout the game.
- Phillies used relievers Robertson, Strahm, Kerkering, and Duran to try and hold their lead.
