Daily News | Phillies fall to Astros in playoff tune-up, but Maton has a laugh
HOUSTON — The Phillies barely had anything to play for on Tuesday, and after it became official that they would face the Cardinals on Friday in an NL wild-card series, they had even less to play for in Game 162 on Wednesday. The Astros clinched their playoff spot on Sept. 16. The impossibly low stakes allowed for a bit of levity, which came in the top of the eighth inning of a 3-2 Houston victory.
With a slight grin on his face, the younger Maton took five pitches, launching the sixth, a four-seam fastball right down the middle of the plate, into right field for a single. When he reached first base, he started laughing at his brother, who begrudgingly cracked a smile.The Phillies were lined up along the top step up the dugout, pumping their fists in celebration. Maton — who goes by the nickname “Wolfie” — is one of the more animated personalities in the clubhouse.
Aside from the in-game entertainment in the eighth inning, Wednesday primarily was a tune-up day, a chance to keep some of the Phillies’ relievers sharp . Starter Bailey Falter pitched only one inning — which was the plan entering the game — allowing two hits and no runs or walks.
“Plassmeyer was unbelievable. His change-up was tremendous. He did a heck of a job to save our bullpen.”
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