In the second game of yesterday's doubleheader, Tommy Hunter went all Lebanese warehouse and ruined Aaron Nola's fantastic start. In six innings, Nola gave up just one run, three hits, and struck out 12 against the mighty Yankees.
Hunter came in and promptly allowed singles to Giancarlo Stanton and Luke Voit. He then gave up a double to Mike Tauchman that scored a run. Next up was Gary Sanchez, who Hunter hit with a pitch. Gio Urshela singled and another run scored. Hunter didn't record a single out. His sinker topped out at 91.8 mph.
The first game wasn't much better. Austin Davis was called in to preserve an 11-3 lead in the seventh inning. He gave up four runs and four hits, but at least managed to get an out. Trevor Kelley was next and gave up two more hits. Manager Joe Girardi was forced to use closer Hector Neris in a game the Phils once led by eight runs. Neris threw one pitch and got the save. After the second game, Girardi said he would have used Neris in the nightcap had he not needed him in the first game.
Phillies relievers have pitched 16.2 innings in six games so far this year, allowing 25 hits and 17 runs, which works out to an ERA of 9.18. Opponents are hitting .338 against Phillies relievers. And since Aaron Nola and Zach Wheeler have been the only reliable starters, the bullpen figures to get torched even more.
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