Game 1 of the NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers did not go according to plan for the Philadelphia Phillies.
After jumping out to an early 3-0 lead in the second inning, the Phillies' bullpen failed to maintain the advantage and ultimately, the team suffered a 5-3 loss. While the bullpen can take a share of the blame, the top of the lineup should also accept some accountability for the defeat.
The part of the batting order that should be setting the tone was deafeningly silent to start the NLDS. Trea Turner, Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper went a combined 1-for-11 in Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Dodgers.