Athlon Sports. Philadelphia Phillies star shortstop Trea Turner has long been touted for his combination of 25+ home run power, 40+ stolen base speed, and high batting averages. In the Phillies’ lineup,

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PHILADELPHIA — Even as right-hander Ben Brown struggled with command from the onset of his start Wednesday against the Phillies, the Cubs needed him to cover innings. In the Cubs’ 7-2 loss, he at least delivered 5⅔ innings. But it was a slog most of the way, as he allowed six runs and eight hits.

After allowing 20 earned runs over his last two starts, Luzardo said they "tinkered with" a lot of things. The result was command as sharp as it has been all season.

Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber was joined by his teammates Wednesday night to host a charity event at Yards Brewing.

Jesús Luzardo returned to form and Alec Bohm, Kyle Schwarber and Nick Castellanos contributed three of the Phillies’ five extra-base hits in a 7-2 win over the Cubs that the team can only hope revived an offense that’s been punchless this month.

The Philadelphia Phillies could offer top pitching prospect Mick Abel as a potential trade chip ahead of the deadline.