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Bryce Harper 'Miffed' Amid Cubs' Sweep of Phillies

Bryce Harper 'Miffed' Amid Cubs' Sweep of Phillies

Summary

The Philadelphia Phillies lost four straight games to the Chicago Cubs, extending their losing streak to nine games. Bryce Harper, a key player for the Phillies, expressed frustration but urged the team to stay strong and overcome the tough period as they prepare to face the division-leading Atlanta Braves.

Key Facts

  • The Phillies lost four games in a row to the Cubs, including an 8-7 loss at Wrigley Field.
  • Philadelphia’s current record is 8 wins and 17 losses, the worst in their division (National League East).
  • The Phillies are 9.5 games behind the division leader, the Atlanta Braves.
  • Bryce Harper, the Phillies’ first baseman, is unhappy about the losing streak but urges patience and perseverance.
  • Harper has 5 home runs and 13 runs batted in (RBIs) in 25 games this season.
  • The team faces a crucial three-game series against the Braves, hoping to start improving before May.
  • Harper said this level of losing is unusual in his career, and they need to work through the tough times together.
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