High-octane Phillies aim to continue roll vs. reeling Royals

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The Philadelphia Phillies are closing in on the National League East title -- and they can take another step toward that goal Saturday evening when they host the Kansas City Royals.

Philadelphia (88-60) has won five straight games to drop its magic number to three as it aims to clinch its second straight division title. The Phillies also are within striking distan