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    Blanton allowed five runs and lasted only 5 2/3 innings, although he still picked up the win, forcing the injury-depleted bullpen to record the final 10 outs. "I left it in Florida ... I forgot to pack it, I guess. So, hopefully, they can send it to Philadelphia, so I can pick it up there." As the Phillies were building a 6-1 lead Sunday, the second-place Atlanta Braves were rallying to win a 10-inning game in Washington, their sixth straight win and 11th in 13 games. Full Article at N.J. Courier-Post Online
    I left it in Florida ... I forgot to pack it, I guess. So, hopefully, they can send it to Philadelphia, so I can pick it up there.
    Joe Blanton – Joe Blanton SOURCE: N.J. Courier-Post Online 2 months ago
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Closer role still up in air
  1. Looking at it now, it doesn't look like they're going to lose
    Ryan Madson – Ryan Madson SOURCE: N.J. Courier-Post Online 2 months ago
  2. I would like to have one guy close the game out ... But, like anything else, if things aren't working, you make adjustments to make it work. Is it possible to win without a set closer? Yes. It just makes it a more stable situation.
    SOURCE: N.J. Courier-Post Online 2 months ago

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