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Phillies bullpen collapses again in costly Game 1 loss
Original: Even with 'our best guy out there,' Phils' postseason 'pen woes resurface in Game 1
The Philadelphia Phillies dropped Game 1 of their postseason series after their bullpen faltered once more, even with manager Rob Thomson turning to his top relief option. The recurring late-game breakdowns that have haunted the club in previous Octobers resurfaced at the worst time, raising fresh questions about whether the pitching staff can hold up over a full playoff run.
Why now: The Phillies' bullpen repeated its familiar postseason failure in a high-stakes playoff game.
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