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Jean Segura’s Wild Ride Takes the Phillies Within Two Wins of the World Series

It was a dramatic performance from the second baseman full of ups and downs. But ultimately it was just enough for Philadelphia to take a series lead.

PHILADELPHIA — No one put on a better show at Citizens Bank Park on Friday than Jean Segura.

The second baseman seemed to know that a good performance requires a bit of texture. He pulled out all the tricks of an experienced showman: Never let the audience get comfortable. Always keep them guessing. Be willing to raise the stakes—even if it’s risky—and understand that it’s a hell of a lot more fun to be interesting than it is to be consistent.