Luzardo was the third straight lefty starter, the upheaval of Wheeler having a start delayed and then Aaron Nola’s return lining up the southpaws. That’s not manager Rob Thomson’s preference. But in this odd series where all three got to face the same team, it worked beautifully.

The Philadelphia Phillies have enjoyed the luxury of being one of the top teams in baseball this season, currently holding a 70-53 record. The team is set to get Bohm and Nola back Sunday for their matchup against the Washington Nationals,