"NLCS Drama: Diamondbacks and Phillies Battle for Series Lead"

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The Philadelphia Phillies blew a 5-3 lead in the eighth inning as closer Craig Kimbrel melted down, allowing the Arizona Diamondbacks to rally for a 6-5 victory and tie the National League Championship Series at two games apiece. Kimbrel gave up a leadoff double, followed by a pinch-hit two-run home run, and a go-ahead RBI single, leading to the Phillies' collapse. The series is now tied, with the Phillies still having their top pitchers lined up for the next three games, but the Diamondbacks have shown resilience despite struggling offensively.
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