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Atlanta manager Brian Snitker said his team’s explosive offense was ‘stifled’ Thursday night.

The Atlanta third baseman made two crucial, unexpected plays to seal a Game 2 win Monday at home against the Phillies.

The Braves held on for the win in Game 2 on a bonkers final play.

Philadelphia handed Atlanta its first home shutout loss in two years, united behind a common motto.

Atlanta fans’ outrage forced a brief stoppage in play.

MIAMI — There was a time, shortly after Cristian Pache was acquired, when his at-bats would bring a sense of dread. Some fans suggested that a pitcher would have a better chance of getting a hit. The thought of manager Rob Thomson pinch-hitting that version of Pache was unfathomable.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Phillies had all the answers Wednesday night, and now the Rays have a season-high losing streak. Philadelphia rallied three times to come back and beat Tampa Bay 8-4 in front of 18,208 at Tropicana Field.

PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies followed a triumphant 19-4 win with a demoralizing 5-4 loss on Sunday afternoon. Ranger Suárez didn’t look like himself, but more glaring was the offense. After a 19-run win the day before, the Phillies went 1-for-8 with runners in scoring position on Sunday and hit into…

PHILADELPHIA — Before the Phillies took the field on Saturday afternoon, Rob Thomson was asked why his team has struggled to hit with runners in scoring position.

PHILADELPHIA — Some starters will retire to the clubhouse immediately after their outing is done. Or they’ll get treatment, do a workout, or watch video. Everyone is different. But on Friday night, Cristopher Sánchez threw his final pitch of the night and decided to wait a while.

CHICAGO — It wasn’t a home run. But it didn’t matter.