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Pitch Tipping? Nah, Bryce Harper is Just the Home Run Whisperer
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Bryce Harper likely to return to Phillies as strictly a designated hitter
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With pins out of thumb, MVP Bryce Harper moving closer to Phillies
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USA Dominates 27-0 in WBSC Opener
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Astros hit 4 homers to rout Twins 9-1 and take 2-1 ALDS lead
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Injury Notes: Harper, Schwarber, Daza, Harris, Canterino - MLB
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Phillies tie World Series mark with 5 home runs, top Astros
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Wire Taps: Washington Nationals Sign Seven International Free
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Phillies pound Braves in Game 3, take 2-1 lead in NLDS
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Harper, Nats win 5th in row, top Familia, Mets 4-3 in 11
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Bryce Harper activated off injured list after Tommy John surgery