The Philadelphia Phillies are only 1.5 games out of first place in the NL East. I repeat- the Phillies are only 1.5 games out of first. With how the season has played out so far for the red pinstripes, you would think that they are 20 games out. However, they are within striking distance.
Phillies’ Recent Play
Since Sunday afternoon’s explosion of 15 runs, the Phillies have won three straight. Despite the two heartwrenching losses to the Pirates prior to that, they have rebounded nicely. Being 6-4 in their last ten, the Phillies have a chance to ride their momentum into a pivotal series against the Mets this weekend.