Phillies Defeat Marlins 7-2 with Harper, Schwarber Homers

Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber each homered as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins 7-2, with Harper’s two-run shot in the first inning setting the tone early. Zack Wheeler delivered a dominant pitching performance, striking out 13 over seven innings while allowing just two runs and no walks. The Phillies capitalized on Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara, who struggled in his fourth start since Tommy John surgery, giving up six earned runs in just two innings. Alec Bohm and Johan Rojas contributed RBI singles, and Bryson Stott added a sacrifice fly as Philadelphia built a 6-0 lead by the second inning. Eric Wagaman homered for Miami, and Xavier Edwards extended his hitting streak to 11 games, but the Marlins dropped their fourth straight. Phillies starters have consistently provided length this season, with 19 of their first 20 games featuring a starter pitching at least five innings.