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2007 NLDS: Postseason Unveiled

A comprehensive statistical and strategic analysis of the National League Division Series, detailing the pivotal matchups and key performances that shaped the postseason landscape.

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Series Overview

Championship Series Kickoff

The 2007 National League Division Series (NLDS) marked the commencement of the National League's postseason journey. It featured two best-of-five series, showcasing the champions of the NL's three divisions and the league's wild card qualifier. The series took place from October 3 to October 6, 2007.

Key Dates

The series spanned four days, beginning on Wednesday, October 3, and concluding on Saturday, October 6, 2007. This compressed schedule highlighted the intensity and urgency of playoff baseball.

Series Results Summary

The NLDS saw two decisive sweeps, setting a clear path towards the Championship Series:

2007 NLDS Series Outcomes
Series Winner Loser Series Score Dates
Arizona vs. Chicago Arizona Diamondbacks Chicago Cubs 3-0 October 3–6
Colorado vs. Philadelphia Colorado Rockies Philadelphia Phillies 3-0 October 3–6

Notably, the Colorado Rockies secured the wild card position and proceeded to sweep the Philadelphia Phillies, demonstrating remarkable postseason form.

Matchups in Detail

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Chicago Cubs

The Arizona Diamondbacks, champions of the Western Division, faced the Central Division champion Chicago Cubs in a highly anticipated series. The Diamondbacks asserted their dominance, sweeping the Cubs in three straight games.

Series Result: Arizona won, 3-0.

Key Moments: The Diamondbacks' pitching staff and timely hitting proved too much for the Cubs. Stephen Drew and Mark Reynolds provided crucial home runs in Game 1, while Chris Young also contributed with a key homer in Game 2. Arizona's pitching, led by Brandon Webb and Doug Davis, effectively shut down the Cubs' offense.

Arizona vs. Chicago: Game Summaries
Game Date Score Location WP LP Home Runs
1 Oct 3 AZ 3, CHC 1 Chase Field B. Webb (1-0) C. Mármol (0-1) AZ: Drew (1), Reynolds (1)
2 Oct 4 AZ 8, CHC 4 Chase Field D. Davis (1-0) T. Lilly (0-1) CHC: Soto (1)
AZ: Young (1)
3 Oct 6 AZ 5, CHC 1 Wrigley Field L. Hernández (1-0) R. Hill (0-1) AZ: Young (2), Byrnes (1), Drew (2)
Arizona vs. Chicago: Composite Box
Team R H E
Arizona Diamondbacks 16 25 3
Chicago Cubs 6 19 0

Colorado Rockies vs. Philadelphia Phillies

The Wild Card qualifier Colorado Rockies faced the Eastern Division champion Philadelphia Phillies. In a surprising display of dominance, the Rockies swept the Phillies, marking their first postseason series victory.

Series Result: Colorado won, 3-0.

Key Moments: The Rockies' offense, particularly their power hitting, was on full display. Matt Holliday and Troy Tulowitzki provided crucial home runs, while Kaz Matsui delivered a pivotal grand slam in Game 2. Colorado's pitching, anchored by Jeff Francis and Josh Fogg, managed to contain the Phillies' lineup, securing the sweep.

Colorado vs. Philadelphia: Game Summaries
Game Date Score Location WP LP Home Runs
1 Oct 3 COL 4, PHI 2 Citizens Bank Park J. Francis (1-0) C. Hamels (0-1) COL: Holliday (1)
PHI: Rowand (1), Burrell (1)
2 Oct 4 COL 10, PHI 5 Citizens Bank Park J. Fogg (1-0) K. Kendrick (0-1) COL: Tulowitzki (1), Holliday (2), Matsui (1)
PHI: Rollins (1), Howard (1)
3 Oct 6 COL 2, PHI 1 Coors Field B. Fuentes (1-0) J.C. Romero (0-1) PHI: Victorino (1)
Colorado vs. Philadelphia: Composite Box
Team R H E
Colorado Rockies 16 27 1
Philadelphia Phillies 8 16 0

Reference Notes

Source Citations

The following notes provide context and attribution for the information presented:

  1. The higher seed (in parentheses) had the home field advantage, which was determined by playing record. Although the team with the best record was normally intended to play the wild card team, the Diamondbacks played the Cubs, rather than the wild card Rockies, because the Diamondbacks and Rockies are in the same division.
  2. "2007 NLDS – Chicago Cubs vs. Arizona Diamondbacks – Game 1". Retrosheet. Retrieved September 13, 2009.
  3. "2007 NLDS – Chicago Cubs vs. Arizona Diamondbacks – Game 2". Retrosheet. Retrieved September 13, 2009.
  4. "2007 NLDS – Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Chicago Cubs – Game 3". Retrosheet. Retrieved September 13, 2009.
  5. "2007 NLDS – Colorado Rockies vs. Philadelphia Phillies – Game 1". Retrosheet. Retrieved September 13, 2009.
  6. "2007 NLDS – Colorado Rockies vs. Philadelphia Phillies – Game 2". Retrosheet. Retrieved September 13, 2009.
  7. "2007 NLDS – Philadelphia Phillies vs. Colorado Rockies – Game 3". Retrosheet. Retrieved September 13, 2009.

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