Phils reach first World Series since ’93
10/15/2008 11:38 PM ET
By Ken Mandel / MLB.comLOS ANGELES — Using a perfect script without a surprise ending, the Phillies captured the National League pennant with a 5-1 win over the Dodgers on Wednesday at Dodger Stadium. With it comes their first trip to the World Series since 1993.
With the Phils never straying from their opportunistic best, Jimmy Rollins scorched a leadoff homer on the game’s eighth pitch, much like he did in the Game 4 NLDS clincher against Milwaukee. With a lead and the ball in ace Cole Hamels’ capable left hand, it seemed inevitable.
The Dodgers never had a chance.
The star of the game!
There’s a lot of celebrating in downtown Philadelphia tonight.
I’m so glad Brian and Sean got to see the team that made it to the World Series. : )
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How fun for you. I know when Detroit was in it a few years ago, we had a great time cheering them on (even though they lost). It’s good to have a chance to rally behind the home team.