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**Phillies’ Bryce Harper Leads Comeback in Thrilling Win Over Nationals**

In a heart-stopping game at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday night, the Philadelphia Phillies staged a remarkable comeback against their divisional rivals, the Washington Nationals. The Phillies, who trailed 5-2 in the bottom of the 7th inning, staged a stunning turnaround, scoring 5 unanswered runs to seal a thrilling 7-5 victory.

Bryce Harper, the Phillies’ star right-fielder, was the catalyst for the comeback, driving in 2 crucial runs with a double in the 7th inning. The 32-year-old slugger has been in scorching form this season, and his performance on Wednesday night was no exception. Harper finished the game with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, leading the Phillies’ offense in a game that will be remembered for a long time.

The Phillies’ bullpen, which has been a concern for manager Rob Thomson, pitched 3 shutout innings to secure the win. Closer David Robertson earned his 12th save of the season, striking out the side in the 9th inning to seal the victory.

The win was a much-needed boost for the Phillies, who are now tied for 2nd place in the National League East standings. With a 3-game winning streak, the Phillies are showing signs of improvement, and fans are starting to believe that this team can make a deep playoff run.

The Phillies will look to continue their momentum when they host the Atlanta Braves on Thursday night. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 PM ET, and fans are expecting another thrilling matchup at Citizens Bank Park.