J.T. Realmuto's eighth-inning double lifts Phillies to 2-1 win over Padres, securing first-half lead.

J.T. Realmuto hit a crucial double in the eighth inning, scoring Bryce Harper and securing a 2-1 victory for the Philadelphia Phillies over the San Diego Padres. Cristopher Sánchez pitched 7 1/3 strong innings, allowing only one run. The win, which prevented a sweep, marks a successful first half for the Phillies, who now hold a half-game lead in the National League East.