Phillies End 10-Game Arlington Skid With 9-1 Win Over Rangers

The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Texas Rangers 9-1 in the first game of their three-game series at Globe Life Field, snapping a long home losing streak against the Phillies dating back to 2014. Phillies' pitcher Cristopher Sánchez delivered a strong performance, allowing just one run and six hits over six innings while matching his career high with his 11th win of the season. Offensively, Kyle Schwarber led the charge with his NL-leading 41st home run, while Brandon Marsh and Trea Turner also contributed key home runs, with Turner driving in five runs including a three-run homer in the ninth inning. Merrill Kelly struggled in his home debut for the Rangers, lasting only 4.1 innings and giving up four runs along with five walks and a hit batter. The Phillies improved their NL East lead to 3.5 games over the Mets, while the Rangers dropped to a 60-57 record. Betting insights noted Sánchez's strong strikeout ability and the Phillies' favorable matchup against Kelly, highlighting Schwarber as a potential home run bet.