Bryce Harper Comes Alive, Phillies Bury Giants
SAN FRANCISCO, JUL 10 – Bryce Harper’s four extra-base hits ended his slump and helped the Phillies improve to 54-39, moving a half-game ahead of the Atlanta Braves, manager said.
- Bryce Harper propelled the Philadelphia Phillies to a dominant 13-0 win against the San Francisco Giants on July 9, 2025, in San Francisco.
- Harper returned from a wrist injury sustained in June and broke out of a slump, hitting a home run and three doubles after struggling 1-for-14 in previous games.
- Jesús Luzardo also excelled by pitching seven scoreless innings with seven strikeouts, while Giants ace Justin Verlander endured his sixth quality start but gave up four runs.
- Harper expressed strong confidence in his abilities, saying he performs at an elite level when in good form, while manager Rob Thomson suggested that if Harper finds his stride, it could make for an exciting experience to watch.
- The Phillies improved to 54-39, taking half a game lead in the NL East, and Thomson expressed optimism about the team’s prospects with Harper producing.
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