sentences:  Although his offensive output peaked in 1962, he remained in the Phillies lineup due to his strong defensive skills.He was instrumental in helping the Phillies transform from perennial losers to pennant contenders by the 1964 season.With Dalrymple's guidance, the Phillies' pitching staff posted a 3.36 earned run average, and the team was in first place in the National League with 12 games left in the season.