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WATCH: Bryce Harper Nearly Takes Charlie Manuel To The Ground With Celebratory Bear Hug After Walk-off Grand Slam

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Bryce Harper's walk-off grand slam sent Phillies fans, the team and Harper himself into a frenzy. After sprinting around the bases, Harper was mobbed by his teammates, and he made sure he celebrated with the team's new hitting coach, Charlie Manuel.

The 75-year-old Manuel was nearly taken to the ground by Harper who used a bear hug to celebrate with his coach.

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Since Manuel was announced as the new hitting coach, the Phillies' offense has erupted for 22 runs in their last three games.

Harper, on his own, has been on a tear. In his last six games, Harper has hit five home runs with 13 runs batted in.

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