happ takes advantage

Given a four-run lead in the 1st, J.A. Happ ran with it. Taking the place of the struggling Kyle Kendrick, he pitched six innings of 3-hit, scoreless ball, walking only one and striking out three in the 6-1 win. The single Atlanta run came in the 9th, off Clay Condrey. The Phillies took early advantage of rookie starter Jair Jurrjens' uncharacteristic wildness, using timely hits to turn walks into runs. They later tacked on two more runs, which allowed Brad Lidge a much-needed rest. Matt Stairs, who looks like such an old-timey ball player, had a pinch-hit homer in the 9th. Happ had not pitched since August 26 at Lehigh Valley, but showed admirable poise and command in a key game. Nice way to get his first win in the majors.