Tough Loss but Lots to Cheer About!
Angels fans, last night’s game against the Phillies was a nail-biter, ending in a 7-5 victory for the Phillies. Despite the loss, there were flashes of brilliance and moments that reminded us why we bleed red. Let’s dive into the game’s pivotal moments.Starting Strong but Hitting a Snag
The game started off strong with both teams holding their ground in the first inning, showcasing their defensive skills. Our very own Zach Neto lit up the bottom of the 3rd with an electrifying homerun to center, getting us on the scoreboard. Unfortunately, the Phillies answered back in the 2nd and 6th, showing they weren’t here to play around. Kyle Schwarber's homerun in the 2nd inning definitely silenced the crowd for a moment.The Comeback Kids
Bottom of the 6th, and we were trailing by two. That’s when Luis Rengifo stepped up, blasting a homerun to right center and bringing in Brandon Drury and Taylor Ward, flipping the script and putting us in the lead at 4-3! The energy in the stadium was ELECTRIC! Mickey Moniak then joined the party, securing another run and extending our lead.A Rollercoaster Finish
Heading into the late stages of the game, our hearts were racing. The 8th inning saw the Phillies creep closer, making it a 5-4 game. Despite some fantastic pitching efforts, the Phillies' late-game heroics in the 9th, including Johan Rojas’ homerun, snatched the victory from us.Final Thoughts
It was a rollercoaster game filled with highs and lows. While it's tough to swallow the loss, the fight and spirit shown by our Angels were commendable. Rengifo and Neto’s homers were particular highlights, showing the depth of talent we possess.Angels fans, let’s keep our heads high! There’s plenty more baseball to play, and if last night was any indication, it’s going to be an exciting season. Here’s to bouncing back in our next game and keeping the Angel Stadium rocking!
#WeBelieveScoreboard for Phillies @ Angels (May 1st, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
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| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0 |
| 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 1 |