Even after the Yankees' 8-6 loss to the Phillies on Monday night, a game in which the Bronx Bombers had the early lead and blew a chance to close out the series in five games, there was a palpable sense of calm among players and fans alike as the series headed back to Gotham via Amtrak. It's almost as if this series was destined to close out at the new Yankee Stadium.
And for good reason.
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