WASHINGTON — Michael A. Taylor watched Odubel Herrera stride in from center field on his deep line drive, and he knew from personal experience what would probably happen next.
Taylor raced for an inside-the-park grand slam after the ball sailed past Herrera, and the Washington Nationals eliminated the Philadelphia Phillies from playoff contention with an 11-10 win Friday night.
"As soon as it went over his head, I was thinking four right there," Taylor said.
Herrera misread Taylor's hit off Jake Thompson (1-2), taking a few steps in before leaping as the ball soared over his head.