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Phillies swept in season series with Cubs but still hold final wild-card
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Phillies fall again, 4-3, as Cubs sweep series
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Phillies lose 5th straight, Cubs sweep season series 6-0 MLB
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With playoffs in sight, Phillies vie for sweep of Mets
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Photos from the Phillies loss to the Cubs on Sunday
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Phillies' playoff push: They had a tough road to the playoffs last
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Drew Smyly deals against Phillies as Cubs record first three-game
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Phillies can make MLB playoffs, avoid usual collapse this season
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Philadelphia Phillies: The winter of Trea Turner hope
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Philadelphia Phillies Wait For Playoff Opponent After Clinching
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Phillies lose 5th straight, Cubs sweep season series 6-0 MLB
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