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20 Predictions for the NLCS: Dodgers vs. Phillies

 
We are now three days away from the first pitch of the NLCS between the L.A. Dodgers and the Philadelphia Phillies. Below are 20 predictions that I personally think will happen in this series. It should be a fun and competitive NLCS; I can't wait until Thursday.   1.  The Dodgers will not sweep the Phillies, and the Phillies will not sweep the Dodgers. 2.  Ryan Howard and Chase Utley will have at least two intentional walks each. 3.  Manny Ramirez will have more than four intentional walks. 4.  The Phillies' fans will boo players on both teams. 5.  The Dodgers fans will throw at least two beach balls onto the field and boo the fan who did it. 6.  Chase Utley will hit a home run and blow a bubble with his gum within three seconds of the ball leaving hi s bat. 7.  Manny Ramirez will have an infield single...Charlie Hustle baby. 8.  Charlie Manuel will walk from the dugout to the pitchers mound and have a ... (link)

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