Walker Buehler Works 5 Strong Innings in Phillies Debut, an 8-2 Win over the Royals
Walker Buehler helped the Phillies secure their fifth consecutive win by allowing one run over five innings, supported by Bryce Harper and Bryson Stott's home runs.
- Walker Buehler made his debut for the Philadelphia Phillies on August 31, 2025, delivering five solid innings as the team secured an 8-2 win against the Kansas City Royals.
- Buehler joined the Phillies on August 31, shortly after the Red Sox released him on August 29; earlier this season, he had inked a one-year contract with Boston.
- During the game, Bryce Harper hit his 26th home run to give the Phillies the lead, and Marchan, Bader, and Schwarber hit consecutive doubles pushing the advantage to 6-1.
- Buehler gave up a single run while surrendering five hits and issuing one walk, striking out three batters, and Bryson Stott contributed a two-run homer in the seventh inning to increase the Phillies' lead.
- The Phillies extended their winning streak to five games, with Buehler impressing in his debut and the team nearing a clinch of the NL East division title.
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Walker Buehler works 5 strong innings in his Phillies debut, an 8-2 win over the Royals
Walker Buehler pitched five strong innings in his Philadelphia debut, Bryce Harper and Bryson Stott homered, and the Phillies won their fifth straight, 8-2 over the Kansas City Royals.
Walker Buehler released five solid innings as he debuted in Philadelphia, Bryce Harper and Bryson Stott connected home runs, and the Filis spun their fifth win on Friday, doubling 8-2 to the Kansas City Royals.
Buehler delivers vintage outing to earn win in Phillies debut
PHILADELPHIA -- One way or another, newcomer Walker Buehler is going to help the Phillies down the stretch. Ideally, he'd pitch well enough to compel the club to consider him for the postseason roster. If nothing else, his addition to the rotation will give each of Philadelphia's starters some extra
Walker Buehler works 5 strong innings to earn win vs. Royals in Phillies debut
PHILADELPHIA — Walker Buehler pitched five strong innings in his Philadelphia debut, Bryce Harper and Bryson Stott homered, and the Phillies won their fifth straight, 8-2 over the Kansas City Royals on Friday night. Buehler allowed one run on five hits with one walk and three strikeouts for the NL East-leading Phillies, who are closing in on clinching the division. A veteran of seven mostly successful but injury-marred seasons with the Dodgers b…
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