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Are the Red Sox or Phillies More Likely to Get Hot and Make the Playoffs?

Found July 27, 2012 on NESN.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Charlie Manuel,  Ryan Howard,  Chase Utley,  Jimmy Rollins,  Hunter Pence,  Shane Victorino
TEAMS: Boston Red Sox,  Philadelphia Phillies
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The Philadelphia Phillies have been a superb team during manager Charlie Manuel's tenure. But this year, Manuel's eighth with the team, has been a major disappointment.The Phillies are 45-54, last in the National League East. For a team that has one of the strongest lineups in the majors with Ryan Howard, Chase Utley, Jimmy Rollins, Hunter Pence and Shane Victorino, the offense has been a disappointment. The Phillies' offensive statistics rank just about in the middle of baseball. The team's pitching is just slightly better. Thought to have one of the best starting staffs in baseball, the Phillies offer three...
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