Through bleak seasons headlined by young players, washed out veterans, and coaching changes the Phillies are preparing to make a run for the National League East for the first time since Charlie Manuel was fired in 2013.
Philadelphia has finished no better than third or played better than .500 baseball in seven years, which feels like an eternity for fans.
Now with star power across the board, the Phillies have a legitimate shot to make the playoffs under second year manager Gabe Kapler.
Here are 10 keys for the Phillies to clinch not just a playoff berth, but a division title in 2019.