Cristopher Sanchez leads Phillies past Tigers in 4-2 victory
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 2:10 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Cristopher Sanchez showcased his return to form Saturday, pitching seven innings and striking out seven, as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Detroit Tigers 4-2. This performance came after Sanchez's previous game, where he allowed a career-high nine earned runs. The win halted the Tigers' six-game winning streak. The Phillies look to build on this momentum as they continue their season.
- •Sanchez struck out seven batters in seven innings pitched.
- •The Phillies ended the Tigers' six-game winning streak.
- •The game took place on July 12, 2026.
- •Sanchez had previously allowed nine earned runs in a prior start.
- 3:15 AMESPN — Sanchez returns to All-Star form in Phillies' win
"Rebounding from a start in which he allowed a career-worst nine earned runs in just 3 1/3 innings Monday, All-Star Cristopher Sanchez struck out seven in seven innings, as the Phillies ended the Tigers' six-game winning streak with a 4-2 victory Saturday.
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