PHILADELPHIA — Kyle Schwarber hurriedly packed his duffle bag in the Philadelphia Phillies clubhouse Sunday night, knowing they had a train to catch, and a series to win, but suddenly stopped, took a sip of his drink, and paused to reflect on just what in the world had just transpired .
Schwarber has more postseason experience than anyone on the field, playing in 67 postseason games and 19 series spanning nine years, including the Chicago Cubs’ 2016 World Series championship season.
Still, he didn’t even hesitate, and blurted the words that echoed throughout the clubhouse.
“This,” Schwarber said, “was one of the greatest games I’ve even played in.
“I can’t wait to watch it again.”
And this time, he’ll be able to actually relax and enjoy it.
The Phillies and New York Mets went toe-to-toe for nine innings, had four blown leads, six home runs, 21 hits and eight runs off All-Star relievers, finally ending when the guy who was viciously booed by his home fans became the hero for all of Philadelphia to embrace.