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November 5, 2009

Phillies Didn't Play Like Champions

Phil Sheridan, Philadelphia Inquirer

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The greatest 13-month stretch in Phillies history ended one night too soon for the simplest of reasons.

It takes more than one pitcher and one hitter to win a World Series against a team as good and as star-kissed as the New York Yankees. The brilliance of Cool Cliff Lee and Home Run Chase Utley could get the Phillies only half the wins required to successfully defend their 2008 title.

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