Philadelphia Phillies split series with Arizona Diamondbacks

MLB Philadelphia Phillies Arizona Diamondbacks Bryce Harper Jesús Luzardo

The Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to six games with a 7-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Bryce Harper led the offensive effort, reaching base five times with four singles and a walk.

Pitcher Jesús Luzardo earned the win, providing 6 2/3 quality innings while allowing only one run and striking out six. The Phillies' recent performance has moved them within three games of the Atlanta Braves for the National League East lead and one game ahead of the Chicago Cubs for a wild card spot.

In a separate matchup on Wednesday, the Arizona Diamondbacks avoided a series sweep by defeating the Phillies 1-0. James McCann provided the game's only run with an eighth-inning solo home run, supported by a combined shutout from seven Arizona relievers. The loss ended Philadelphia's six-game winning streak.