PHILLIES STARS WIN BRAVES NLDS GAME 1: HARPER, TURNER SHINE

The Philadelphia Phillies won Game 1 of the National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves with a score of 5-3.

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The Phillies took the lead in the fifth inning thanks to a home drive by Bryce Harper that drove in two runs.

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Trea Turner also had a spectacular night, hitting a single home run and stealing two bases in addition to his other accomplishments.

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Aaron Nola, the pitcher for the Phillies, turned up a strong performance, allowing only three runs over the course of six innings.

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The Braves made a late push, scoring two runs in the ninth inning, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Phillies' lead.

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The Phillies now hold a 1-0 advantage in the series, which is being played out over the best-of-five format.

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In Game 2 of the series, which will be played on Saturday, the Braves will attempt to level the series.

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With a victory in Game 2, the Philadelphia Phillies will attempt to take a commanding 2-0 series lead if they are successful.

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