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Phils’ homers back solid Thompson vs. Bucs
- Updated: September 15, 2016
PHILADELPHIA — Freddy Galvis and Tommy Joseph, two surprising sources of power for the Phillies all season, each went deep Wednesday night in a 6-2 win over the Pirates — and their unexpected collection of pitchers — at Citizens Bank Park.
Galvis ripped a two-run shot off Pirates left-hander Steven Brault in the second inning, giving the Phillies an early lead and extending his career-high home run total to 19. Galvis has easily surpassed his previous single-season high of seven, which he set last year. Joseph padded Philadelphia’s lead in the sixth with a solo shot to left. Taken off the Phillies’ 40-man roster after last season, Joseph has clubbed 19 homers in 92 games this season. That proved to be plenty of support for right-hander Jake Thompson, who allowed two runs on six hits over six strong innings.
The Pirates allowed 15 hits, continuing their …
