Their pitchers starters and relievers pitched a lot of innings late into the year and are feeling it now. Same can be said for the Phils. Howell and Balfour were huge at the end of last year and looked spent in the playoffs and haven't been good so far this year. Plus Upton has been out and Longoria missed a few games. If you believe in he Verducci Affect Garza is a prime candidate for a down year and/or injury.
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