The ebbs and flows of a season have been a common theme for Rob Thomson.

For Phillies lefty Jesús Luzardo, in his first season in Philadelphia, 'ebbs and flows' might be an understatement.

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The southpaw's masterful outing Wednesday afternoon was the difference as the Phillies swept the Mariners with a 11-2 victory.

Luzardo entered the day with a 3.50 ERA in the month August after posting marks over 5.00 in each of the previous three months.

“Attack hitters. Trying not to be too fine, just go get them. Trust your stuff and power the ball through the zone,” Thomson said before the game when asked about the key to sustaining success.

The southpaw looked like he was taking the message to heart. After runni

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