Phillies’ Vince Velasquez: Rough outing against Pirates

Velasquez (3-6) allowed five runs on six hits and a walk while striking out one in two innings to take the loss against the Pirates on Friday.

Velasquez recorded his shortest outing since May 21, as he was removed from Friday’s game after he gave up three runs in the first inning and two in the second. The right-hander has now been charged with four losses in his last five starts dating back to the start of July, and he’s posted a 12.23 ERA and 2.21 WHIP in 17.2 innings during that time. He’ll attempt to get back on track in his next start, and he tentatively lines up to take the mound on the road against Washington on Wednesday.

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