The Philadelphia Phillies are now tied with the Mets for first place in the N.L. East
The Philadelphia Phillies have caught the Mets from behind as they are both 87-72 with 3 games left in the season. The Phillies are also 1 game behind the Padres for the Wild Card. So it all comes down to three games with the Washington Nationals in Philly. The Phillies have three super hot hitters right now in Jimmy Rollins who is 9 for his last 27 (.333 avg) with 6 runs scored, 2 homers and 6 RBIs. Chase Utley has also been outstanding lately as he is 8 for his last 24 (.333 avg) with 8 runs scored, 2 homers and 6 RBIs. The defending MVP on the N.L. has saved his best for last as he is 8 for his last 20 (.400 avg) with 5 runs scored, 3 homers and 8 RBIs. Look for the surging Phillies to topple the fading Mets who are playing at home this weekend where they have lost their last 7 games.