How did they do it? Go from holding a blow out Fire Sale to being tied for the wild card? A lot of good pitching, a home run champion and a good dose of luck.

Yes, the Phillies have finally caught up with the leader of the Wild Card race and are now tied with the Dodges with nine games to go. They’re beyond having to win every series. The must win every game from here on out. No more melting starters, no more striking out with the bases loaded (yes, that means you, Burrell). Ever hear of do or die? Yeah, that’s where you’re at about now.

The Phils are off today and start a three-game set with the Florida Marlins, who are known to spoil the Phils’ fun, on Friday. Head on down to the bank to see what no one expected out of the Phils this year: a playoff race.

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