Walker’s tiebreaking homer in 8th inning helps Cardinals beat Phillies 6-5

Published September 17, 2023 4:39 PM

By STEVE OVERBEY
Associated Pres

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Jordan Walker hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning and Paul Goldschmidt drove in three runs to lead the St. Louis Cardinals over the Philadelphia Phillies 6-5. St. Louis avoided a season sweep after losing its first five meetings with the Phillies this year. Alec Bohm homered for Philadelphia, which leads the NL wild-card race. Walker homered off Seranthony Domínguez with two outs to snap a 5-all tie. John King allowed one run in one inning for the win, and Ryan Helsley earned his 11th save in 15 opportunities.

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