Howard’s Homer Ends Phillies’ Losing Streak at 9

Ryan Howard hit a go-ahead two-run home run in the sixth inning Thursday afternoon at Citizens Bank Park to lift the Phillies to a 2-1 win over Baltimore that ended the four-game series as well as the Phils’ nine-game losing streak. Jake Diekman earned the win in relief of Sean O’Sullivan. Jonathan Papelbon notched his 13th save. For more on this game, click here.