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Sosa's Slam Seals Stunning Phillies Comeback
29 Aug
Summary
- Edmundo Sosa hit a career-first grand slam in the ninth inning.
- The Phillies secured a 5-3 comeback victory against the Angels.
- Bryce Harper extended his on-base streak to a career-high 30 games.
In a stunning turn of events, the Philadelphia Phillies achieved a remarkable 5-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night. The game's pivotal moment arrived in the ninth inning when pinch-hitter Edmundo Sosa launched his first career grand slam with two outs, overturning a deficit and securing the win for the Phillies. This dramatic hit came just moments after a spectacular defensive play by the Angels' Wade Meckler, who robbed Bryson Stott of a potential game-tying home run.
The Phillies' bullpen also played a crucial role, with Alex McFarlane earning the win in the eighth inning and Jonathan Bowlan closing out the game for his second save. Meanwhile, Bryce Harper's consistent performance was highlighted by a bunt single that extended his on-base streak to a career-best 30 games. The Angels, who had taken an early lead, suffered their fifth consecutive loss due to another bullpen collapse.
