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PHILADELPHIA -- Matt Capps' epic ninth-inning collapse cost the Pirates what had shaped up to be an ultra-satisfying victory, one that instead soured into an 8-7 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies tonight at Citizens Bank Park.
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Following Saturday night's meltdown in Philadelphia, in which the Phillies scored five runs in the bottom of the ninth to beat the Pirates 8-7, Matt Capps took full responsibility for costing Pittsburgh a much needed win.
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Pittsburgh teams own two of these,but the one who doesn't plays tonight.With a good series to wrap up the home stand the Phillies can make everything feel alright heading to the all star break. Positive feelings are flowing right now as the defending World Series champions will be sending five players to the all star game. It would be a shame to spoil that energy tonight.Joe...
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Pittsburgh Pirates (38-47) at Philadelphia Phillies (45-38)
Zach Duke (8-7, 3.28 ERA) vs. Joe Blanton (5-4, 4.69 ERA)
Time: 7:05 p.m at Citizens Bank Park
Weather: Partly Cloudy, 78
TV:Comcast Sportsnet
Twitter: Phillies Nation
The Phillies are 6-1 on this home stand, hoping to continue their winning ways. Their offense has been somewhat inconsistent. The Phillies need to hit...
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