Pedro Martinez Could Be Philadelphia Phillies' Wild Card In Postseason Play

As the Philadelphia Phillies inch closer to finishing off their third straight National League East title, playoff thoughts are not far behind. If I am not mistaken, heading into Wednesday's game with the Nationals, the Phillies magic number is 13 games.  After the Phils finish the Nationals series, they travel to Atlanta and Florida.  Talk about taking care of business. Think about last year's playoff rotation: Cole Hamels, Brett Myers, Joe Blanton and Jamie Moyer. This year: Cole Hamels, Cliff Lee, Joe Blanton/J.A. Happ and Pedro Martinez. Last year, the rotation included the soon-to-be named World Series MVP, a starter/closer/starter, a good mid-season pick up and the one of the all-time winning left-handed pitcher. This year: A World Series MVP, reigning American League Cy Young Award winner, a possible Rookie of the Year, and a three-time Cy Young Award winner. Pride aside, statistically, the Phillies do not match up with some of the best starting pitching tea...