Starting his first game as an MLB pitcher, Chad Reineke had his work cut out for him: beat the Phillies with a solid outing. He did that, and more. He took the win from an 8-3 victory for the Padres, while getting his first MLB hit to drive in a run and come around to score.
On the hill, he went five innings allowing five hits and three runs. He walked three but struck out five. The bullpen made sure his efforts were not lost, and allowed just one hit over the final four innings.
Kyle Kendrick, his opposition, had no such luck. He was knocked out after 3.2 innings and gave up six runs on six hits and five walks.
Jody Gerut led the attack for the Padres from the leadoff spot. He had three hits in five trips, driving in two and scoring two as well. Brian Giles had a huge contribution as well, driving in four runs.
Shane Victorino had two hits for the Phillies.
The two teams will try to win the series with a victory tomorrow.