Sunday was proof that all is not always well that ends well. The Phillies finished the season with a 3-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves that featured a solid three-inning start from rookie lefthander Ranger Suarez and six shutout innings from seven relievers — a classic "Bullpen by Gabe" ballgame. The Phillies headed into the offseason with a two-game winning streak, and if that does not get you excited, then your name is not Gabe Kapler.
"We fell short of our goal of winning the National League East," the manager said. "However, I was extremely proud of how our guys fought and grinded through the last out of the season.