The MLB playoffs are officially underway and the first games had a major impact last night. The first game on the schedule was the Brewers @ Phillies. Followed by the Dodgers @ Cubs and the Red Sox @ Angels.
Behind Cole Hammels the Phillies were able to win a playoff game, for the first time in 15 years. Hammels pitched eight strong innings giving up no runs walking only two and striking out an impressive nine Brewers.
In the 9th inning the Phillies obviously brought in their closer Brad Lidge. Lidge got in some hot water as Ryan Braun doubled into the corner with a runner on first that made the score 3-1. Lidge settled down and got the final out on a strike out that gave the Phillies a 1-0 lead in the NLDS. Chase Utley's 2 run double in the third inning proved to be the deciding factor in the game.
Game 2 on the slate was probably the most exciting match up on the playoffs this seasons Joe Torre and the Dodgers facing Sweet Lou Pinella and the mighty Cubs.
The Dodgers came into the game as huge underdogs and behind the bats of Manny Ramirez , Russell Martin and James Loney who each had home runs, Loney’s was a grand slam, demolished the Cubs, 7-2.
Derek Lowe started the game and went six innings only giving up two runs while striking out six. While the Dodgers tattooed Ryan Dempster who gave up 4 runs, all earned while walking 7 batters.
The Red Sox take a 1-0 lead in the ALDS against the Angels as they win in the night cap 4-1. John Lester was remarkable pitching seven strong innings giving up only one run striking out seven and only allowing six hits. Jonathan Papelbon struck out the side to earn his first save in the playoffs.
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