Phillies bury New York Mets in N.L. East
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The New York Mets made the wrong kind of MLB history Thursday, losing in a way not seen before in the modern era.
New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is shouldering the blame after his team's disastrous week, in which they were swept in a four-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.
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Schwarber hits 50th homer and Suárez strikes out 12 as Phillies extend lead over Mets with 9-3 win
Kyle Schwarber hit his 50th homer of the season, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 9-3 win over the New York Mets.
The Philadelphia Phillies might hold a significantly valuable edge over the New York Mets as the Postseason approaches.
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Sporting News on MSNPhillies benefits from Mets' catcher's brain-fade moment
Jeff McNeil first stepped in. Duran put him on the defensive by making the count 0-2. McNeil held tight and made the count 2-2. After hitting the fifth pitch for a foul ball, he struck out swinging. This at-bat was understandable since McNeil tried his best.
The Philadelphia Phillies have an opportunity to put an end to any hopes the New York Mets might have of winning the National League East.
Jesús Luzardo retired 22 straight batters after giving up four runs in the first inning as the Phillies swept the Mets.