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Luzardo Returns, Ready for Phillies Game
Luzardo throws 4-pitch eighth, ready for Phillies game.
In brief
Luzardo throws 4-pitch eighth, ready for Phillies game. Jesús Luzardo returned from injury to pitch four pitches in the eighth inning, securing a 7-3 win for the Phillies in their NL Wild Card Series clincher. Originally reported by Mlb.
Luzardo returns to Phillies pitching
Jesús Luzardo returned to the Phillies' pitching staff after missing since Sept. 7 due to left shoulder inflammation.
Luzardo pitches four pitches in eighth
Luzardo retired the Rays in order with four pitches, entering the game with a four-run lead.
Luzardo's game ends with shutout
Jhoan Duran shut out the Rays in the ninth inning to clinch a fifth consecutive postseason appearance for the Phillies.
Luzardo's post-game statement
Luzardo said, 'The past is the past. You play 162 games for a reason. I think this team has what it takes.'
“The past is the past. You play 162 games for a reason. I think this team has what it takes.”
Luzardo ready for Game 1
Luzardo could start Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Braves on Tuesday afternoon after throwing only four pitches.
The key point
Jesús Luzardo returned from injury to pitch four pitches in the eighth inning, securing a 7-3 win for the Phillies in their NL Wild Card Series clincher.
