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6 quotes describing Daniel Murphy's ridiculous October

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New York Mets second baseman Daniel Murphy entered the postseason with one All-Star appearance, 62 career home runs, and a solid .281 lifetime batting average. Two weeks into the playoffs, Murphy's breaking records and stealing headlines at the most important time of the year.

Murphy, an impending free agent, picked the right time for his big breakout, tying a major-league record by hitting a home run in five straight playoff games and setting the franchise mark for postseason homers with six in eight contests.

This Murph is on ?????.

Murphy's incredible tear - he's hitting .364/.382/.939 this postseason with a 1.167 OPS in the NLCS - has left his teammates and opponents in awe.

In honor of Murphy's six homers, here are six quotes describing his unprecedented performance:

Terry Collins, Mets manager: I've watched a lot of baseball over the years and I don't think I've seen anybody put on this kind of a show, on this stage like he has. Even the guys in the dugout, they're baseball guys and they're saying the same thing. Question is: 'Who is this guy?' He's been unbelievable, so hopefully he keeps it up for a few more games.

Andrew McCutchen, Pirates outfielder: Is that Murphy or Babe Ruth hitting ... I can't tell.

Dee Gordon, Marlins second baseman: Get that $$$ Murph!

David Wright, Mets third baseman: It's ridiculous. We were talking in the dugout and being here in Chicago, should have given the shoulder shrug to Jordan after that last one. It's fun to watch. Being a hitter, I understand how difficult it is to do what he's doing, to continue this hot streak for 10 days or whatever it's been. I mean, it's impressive doing it off these pitchers. It's fun to watch.

Justin Verlander, Tigers pitcher: So just in case you're unaware the goat that cursed the cubbies was named Murphy #Coincidence #crazy #postseason

Daniel Murphy: I don't know. I wish I could explain it; I would have done it like six years ago. I can't explain it. I can only thank Kevin Long and Pat Roessler for the work that they've put in with not only myself but with all the guys hitting. I wish I could explain it; I can't.

Asked how much he thinks he's earned in future money during this postseason, Murphy said he'll let his bat do the talking:

"That's an offseason question, and fortunately right now four teams don't have to answer offseason questions."

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