Ranger Suárez’s stellar pitching and Kody Clemens’ three-run homer powered the Philadelphia Phillies to a dominant 7-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Monday night. Suárez, who has now won his last four starts, allowed only two hits, struck out five, and walked one in seven impressive innings. His scoreless streak now stands at 25 innings, demonstrating his remarkable control on the mound.
The Phillies’ offense also showcased their prowess, with sacrifice flies in the second and third innings followed by a groundout that plated another run in the fourth. Kyle Schwarber’s leadoff walk in the fifth inning paved the way for J.T. Realmuto’s double, extending the lead. Clemens, who was promoted from Triple-A Lehigh Valley earlier that day to fill in for Bryce Harper on paternity leave, sealed the victory with a three-run homer in the ninth inning.
The Reds, on the other hand, struggled offensively, failing to capitalize on the opportunities presented by Phillies starter Hunter Greene. Greene surrendered four runs on seven hits and struck out seven batters over seven innings, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Phillies’ relentless attack.
Bryson Stott contributed two RBIs for Philadelphia, who have now scored at least seven runs in their last five games. The Phillies’ fourth shutout of the season ties them with the Cleveland Guardians for the most in the majors. The Reds, meanwhile, were shut out for the first time this year.
The two teams will face off again on Tuesday night, with Phillies left-hander Cristopher Sánchez taking the mound against Reds LHP Andrew Abbott.
