The Phillies continue to frustrate their fanbase by putting up middling performances after big spending, but they are just barely outside the playoff picture as things stand today.
Record
8-9
Head-to-head record
0-0
Trend
Up. The Phillies had some trouble getting going this year, probably at least partially due to the start-and-stop nature of their season that came from playing the Marlins right at the start of their breakout. They are hitting their stride now, though, coming off a big three-game sweep of the Mets.
Pitching Matchups
Heading into his last start, Godley had been the rare bulk arm or starter or long reliever or however you want to group the multi-inning pitchers who was actually pitching well.