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Confusing Phillies starter will be team's pivotal x-factor in second half

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The rotation has been the best in baseball, but the Phillies need one starter to figure it out in the second half.

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The Philadelphia Phillies are riding high in first place in the National League East as they enjoy some time off over the All-Star break, thanks in large part to the success of the starting pitching staff, which has been one of the best in the MLB.

The pitching will continue to be a key component of the team’s success going forward.