Game Recap: Phillies 5 -- Mets 2

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Game Recap: Phillies 5 -- Mets 2
TheRopolitansDOTcom TheRopolitansDOTcom posted 4/8/2008 from theropolitans.com [flag]
The Mets held a 2-0 lead early, but the Phillies rallied back to beat the Mets and spoil their final Opening Day at Shea Stadium, by a score of 5-2. (For a batter by batter game recap, check here.) Oliver Perez lasted 5 2-3 innings, needing 93 pitches. Perez allowed only three hits, walking three and striking out two. Perez had his slider working today, and used it to his advantage while... [link]

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