The secret behind the Philadelphia Phillies' World Series run

The Philadelphia Phillies are not the same team from a month ago.

The Houston Astros won the World Series in five games. The team that fired its manager in June finished the regular season 87-75.

The Dodgers were a much worse team in October than in the regular season. They posted the best record in Major League Baseball with 111 wins. The Dodgers lost in four games in National League Division Series to a division opponent that the previous six months indicated was vastly inferior. The team's president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman is looking for answers.

The Phillies finished the regular season 65-46 under Thomson. They finished third in the NL East. The team chemistry is at its highest right now. Chicago Cubs won the World Series in 2016. Washington Nationals won World Cup in 2019. There are more off days in postseason. It's easier to prepare for the playoffs. Players have more experience. In the postseason, there are fewer off-days. A better depth is necessary. For the players, experience is important. Baseball players have wisdom acquired over time. This is why the Washington Nats won a World Championship.

Thomson was patient with the process and allowed baseball to happen over time.