Alex McFarlane, who ‘doesn’t really pitch like a rookie,’ helps preserve a 2-1 Phillies win over Diamondbacks
Alex McFarlane, a rookie, is making a name for himself in the Phillies' bullpen.
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The story so far
The Philadelphia Phillies have won their second consecutive game, this time against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The game was close, with the Phillies winning 2-1.
The win was preserved by rookie reliever Alex McFarlane, who has been praised for his performance. The Phillies are on a hot streak, with Bryce Harper playing a key role in their recent success.
The team will look to continue their winning ways in their next game.
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The reporting (9)
- Phillies 2-1 Diamondbacks (Aug 31, 2026) Game Recap ESPN · 1d ago
- Bryce Harper stays hot as Phillies win sixth straight to take over top NL wild-card spot Inquirer.com · 1d ago
- Phillies close out an awesome August with a tight win in the desert Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Phillies Diamondbacks Baseball Dayton Daily News · 1d ago
- Phillies close in on NL East lead, seek to sweep D-backs The Lufkin Daily News · 1d ago
- Rookie reliever shines as clutch pitching powers Phillies past D-Backs Phillies Nation · 1d ago
- Deja Vu All Over Again: Dbacks 1, Phillies 7 AZ Snake Pit · 1d ago
- Bryce Harper is locked in, and the surging Phillies can feel it The New York Times · 1d ago
- Alex McFarlane, who ‘doesn’t really pitch like a rookie,’ helps preserve a 2-1 Phillies win over Diamondbacks inquirer.com · 1d ago
The obvious questions
Who is Alex McFarlane?
Alex McFarlane is a rookie reliever for the Philadelphia Phillies.
What was the final score of the Phillies vs. Diamondbacks game?
The final score was 2-1 in favor of the Phillies.
How has Bryce Harper contributed to the Phillies' recent success?
Bryce Harper has been playing exceptionally well, contributing to the Phillies' recent winning streak.
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