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The Phillies used to be in first place all the time.
Last time the Phillies were in first place this happened: pic.twitter.com/fgW4gNTkAK
— BC (@babsell_champ) May 18, 2016
These days, not so much. Until today. The Phillies are actually in first place now, following a solid Jeremy Hellickson start and even more Tyler Goeddel heroism. The only problem is, other than all of the Phillies' many problems, is that the Nationals are standing in the way.
So, tonight, here's hoping the Mets can fend off Washington and inadvertently give the Phillies sole ownership of the NL East. And if they can't, then, well - at least the Mets lost.