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.
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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.