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Canadian manager Rob Thomson leads Phillies to 1st playoff berth since 2011
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From Peoria to Philly: Joe Girardi's long, winding road
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South Jersey's 2022 Year in Review: Atlantic City lost a ShopRite, Millville gained a state title and Ocean City couldn't stop talking about sex
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Alex Rodriguez still moves the needle, but could he actually help Marlins in playoff chase? – New York Daily News
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How Dave Dombrowski Led the Phillies to the World Series - The New York Times
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Phillies clinch World Series berth: Highlights, postgame celebrations, next game
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As latest lost season ends, Phillies' Bryce Harper ready for a reset – Delco Times
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Phillies reach World Series for 1st time since 2009, will face Astros
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Delayed gratification: How the Phillies finally turned one of baseball's longest rebuilds into a trip to the World Series
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Astros win World Series over Phillies: Score, highlights, offseason rumors, more
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Philly Rob' has made all the difference for the Phillies, and history shows it's a remarkable feat
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