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Phillies' slump opens door to surging Diamondbacks in wild-card race
Original: Could the Phillies blow their playoff berth? How recent slump, surging D-backs have made wild-card race messy
Philadelphia's recent slump combined with Arizona's strong run has turned the National League wild-card race into a genuine contest, raising the question of whether the Phillies could still miss the playoffs despite holding a berth position for much of the season. Commentators note the margin for error has narrowed sharply as the regular season winds down, with every loss now carrying extra weight in the standings.
Why now: The Phillies' losing streak and Arizona's surge have made a previously comfortable playoff spot suddenly uncertain, drawing attention from baseball fans.
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- Could the Phillies blow their playoff berth? How recent slump, surging D-backs have made wild-card race messy · CBS Sports
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