Dodgers Top Phillies in Game 2 of NLDS
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The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-3 in Game 2 of the National League Division Series at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on Monday. The Dodgers lead the series 2-0.
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Philadelphia's playoff atmosphere has been regarded as one of MLB's most feared environments, but the Phillies' recent performances have left Citizens Bank Park
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MLB Reporter Believes Phillies Will Make Major Offseason 'Change' Amid NLDS Collapse
The Philadelphia Phillies are staring at the abyss of another long offseason as they head to Los Angeles down 2-0
The bullpen's inability to hold leads has prevented closer Jhoan Duran, acquired from Minnesota specifically for these moments, from even entering games in save situations. With Aaron Nola starting Game 3 and his recent struggles (6.01 ERA this season), the Phillies may need to rely heavily on their relief pitchers once again.
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Down 0-2 in the best-of-five NLDS, the Philadelphia Phillies are on the ropes, outclassed by their fellow NL heavyweight Los Angeles Dodgers.
Even with their flaws exposed, the Los Angeles Dodgers get their first chance to advance out of the National League Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies as the matchup shifts to the West Coast for Game 3 on Wednesday.