Howard Leads Offensive Onslaught as Phils beat Braves

Ryan Howard’s three-run double in the top of the first inning Friday night highlighted an early offensive barrage that culminated in a 9-3 win over the Atlanta Braves. The Phils would rack up 11 hits on the evening in support of starting pitcher David Buchanan, who earned his second win of the season while scattering eight hits over 7.1 innings and allowing three earned runs. For more on this game, click here.