Zack Wheeler delivered a strong performance on the mound as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Washington Nationals 3-0 on Wednesday night. According to ESPN, Wheeler pitched seven scoreless innings while striking out five batters, per Sportsnet.
Alec Bohm contributed at the plate, going 2 for 2 with an RBI, ESPN reported. The Phillies drew three of their season-high 13 walks in the game. Yahoo Sports characterized the win as crucial, noting it keeps the Phillies in the playoff picture with 10 games remaining in the season.