The Yankees wrapped up their 2009 World Series championship with a victory over the Phillies in Game 6. It still stings for Philadelphia fans.
On November 4, 2009, the Philadelphia Phillies missed out on back-to-back championships after losing 7-3 to the New York Yankees in Game 6 of the World Series. Hideki Matsui helped secure the title for the Yankees at Yankee Stadium, hitting a two-run homer off Pedro Martinez as New York took the series in six games.
Writer PJ Potter reflects on the Phillies' shortcomings, pointing out that NLCS MVP Ryan Howard struck out 13 times in 25 plate appearances during the Fall Classic. Potter also notes that pitcher Cole Hamels struggled with a 7.58 postseason ERA, while Chase Utley tied a record with five home runs.
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