Ray, Flores carry Giants past Cubs 3-1 for series win
The Phillies Postgame Live crew breaks down the teams' 4-0 loss to the Chicago Cubs. 'They are playing like dirt right now' – Ricky Bo on Phillies 5-game losing streak originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia
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