For good measure, here are some numbers:
Why Everyone Should Be Terrified Of The Phillies Right Now
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- The Phillies have won 22 of their last 26 games. Within this span, they have a +50 run differential (137 runs scored, 87 allowed). ↵
- Since August 1st, Roy Oswalt's ERA is 1.40, and Cole Hamels' is 1.91. ↵
- If the Phillies were to play the maximum of 19 playoff games, they could use their three best starters -- Oswalt, Hamels, and Roy Halladay -- in 17 of these games, says Philly.com's David Murphy. ↵
- Provided the Phillies still have the best record in the National League, they will have home-field advantage in the NLDS, NLCS, and World Series. They have a .654 winning percentage at home. ↵
- Apart from the Twins, the Phillies are the only team rolling toward the playoffs with a head of steam. The Giants are 6-4, the Yankees, Rays, Rangers, Reds, and Padres are 5-5, and the Braves are 4-6. ↵
↵If the Phillies keep things up, they’re well on pace to win the National League pennant for the first time in 360 days or so.
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