The NL East is shaping up to be a three-team race, with the Atlanta Braves jumping back into the foray with a recent hot streak. The Mets, Phillies and Braves are all relatively close to each other, and the tension in the division surrounds the possibility that the Braves incredible string of postseason appearances ending in 2006.
New York Mets
Currently:
The Mets are a star-studded roster filled with household names, but the BA leader is young and unheralded 3B David Wright. He and Paul Lo Duca are the gnats that are constantly on base, and Carlos Delgado and Carlos Beltran are consistently bringing them home with power. However, the true strength of this team is pitching, led by Pedro Martinez and the ageless Tom Glavine. The Mets lead the NL in BAA.
Outlook:
The timeless baseball proverb states that good pitching beats good hitting, so if the Mets staff can keep up with its current pace, they appear to be the favorites in the division.
Philadelphia Phillies
Currently:
The Phillies have been knocking on the postseason door in recent seasons, and theyre once again in strong contention. The Phillies are doing it with the...
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