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The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-2 in Game 7 of the NL Championship Series, advancing to the World Series for the first time in 22 years. Corbin Carroll had a standout performance, going 3 for 4 with two RBIs and two runs scored. The Diamondbacks completed their comeback from an 0-2 deficit in the series and will face the Texas Rangers in an all-wild card World Series.
The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-2 in Game 7 of the NL Championship Series to advance to their first World Series in 22 years. Corbin Carroll had a standout performance, going 3 for 4 with two RBIs and two runs scored. The Diamondbacks completed a comeback from an 0-2 deficit in the series and will face the Texas Rangers in an all-wild card World Series. The Phillies, who were one win away from another pennant, fell short and will have to reflect on missed opportunities.
The retractable roof at Chase Field in Phoenix remained closed for Game 4 of the NL Championship Series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Philadelphia Phillies due to record-breaking temperatures outside. The Diamondbacks took an early lead but the Phillies quickly responded, tying the game. Fans expressed excitement and confidence in their teams, while a Phillies fan believed this could be their year. Former NFL wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald threw the first pitch, and retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Powell sang the national anthem. Special food items were available at the game, and the first 40,000 fans received DBacks rally towels. Chase Field implemented a clear bag policy for fan safety.
Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper avoided a serious arm/elbow injury after colliding with Atlanta Braves' Matt Olson at first base during Game 4 of the National League Division Series. Harper, who had Tommy John surgery on his elbow last year, said he was fine and it just hit his funny bone. The Phillies won the game, advancing to the NL Championship Series, and Harper is expected to be in the lineup for Game 1.