Abel matched a 78-year-old team record with nine strikeouts in his debut. How does his showing compare to other memorable first starts in Phillies history?

Mick Abel stayed under control in his major league debut. Abel outdueled Paul Skenes, striking out nine over six innings to lead Philadelphia over the Pittsburgh Pirates 1-0 for a three-game sweep and the Phillies’ 15th win in 20 games.

Before he stood in front of a packed Citizens Bank Park and delivered one of the best Phillies starting pitching debuts ever, Mick Abel took a moment to himself. He descended the steps of the bullpen,