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Duran doubt?
Jhoan Duran has looked mortal recently. Is it time to be concerned?

Gulp.
New day, same result.
When the Phillies play at Citi Field, bad things happen. It’s now expected to us, the fans. Unfortunately, it also feels like its expected in the Phillies clubhouse.
But last night was a different twist: After fighting back thanks to a clutch Harrison Bader home run, the Phillies handed the ball to Jhoan Duran in a tie game in the ninth inning. Yet even he fell victim to the Citi Field demons.
Is it reason to worry? Is it fair to now doubt Duran?
No, but there are two things to watch with the Phillies star closer that could have an impact on how he fares in the biggest moments.