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Cristopher Sanchez becomes MLB's first 15-game winner this season

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Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Cristopher Sanchez becomes MLB's first 15-game winner this season
Summary

Cristopher Sanchez of the Philadelphia Phillies earned his 15th win of the season in a 7-3 victory against the Washington Nationals on Thursday night. Sanchez's success marks him as the first pitcher in Major League Baseball to achieve this milestone for the year. The win contributes positively to the Phillies' standings as they continue to compete in the playoff race.

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  • •Cristopher Sanchez becomes MLB's first 15-game winner this season.
  • •Phillies win 7-3 against the Nationals on August 6.
  • •Sanchez's win is significant for the Phillies' playoff aspirations.
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  • 2:39 AMESPN MLB — Phillies' Sanchez is 1st 15-game winner in MLB
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Cristopher Sanchez became the first 15-game winner in the majors this season, and the Phillies beat the Nationals 7-3 on Thursday night.

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