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Hamels strikes out 10 as Phillies take down Nationals

Associated Press

Thursday, September 17, 2009

PHILADELPHIA -- Cole Hamels is again pitching like Philadelphia's October ace. Hamels has turned his season around down the stretch for the NL East-leading Phillies, putting himself in position for another postseason run. Hamels took a perfect game into the sixth inning, masterfully using his changeup while matching a season high with 10 strikeouts and leading the Phillies to a 4-2 win over the Washington Nationals on Thursday night. "I think you have to enjoy it," Hamels said. "Sometimes, ...

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