The Phillies have a better chance. They have a better nucleus of players and experience. They are a bit weaker in the bullpen with the loss of Billy Wagner and the move of Ryan Madsen to the rotation. However, they should be able to manage a winning record with their offense.
Pittsburgh has a better chance of being a cellar dweller. They have not don't ever hold on to anyone (Jason Kendall, Brian Giles, Darryle Ward). Sean Casey was a good addition. Jason Bay is a great hitter too. However, they are weak in pitching and have too many inconsistencies on offense.
My vote is nether will make the playoffs. Cardinals win the Central and New York wins the East. Astros or Braves in the Wildcard. I don't even count the NL West.
Pittsburgh has a better chance of being a cellar dweller. They have not don't ever hold on to anyone (Jason Kendall, Brian Giles, Darryle Ward). Sean Casey was a good addition. Jason Bay is a great hitter too. However, they are weak in pitching and have too many inconsistencies on offense.
My vote is nether will make the playoffs. Cardinals win the Central and New York wins the East. Astros or Braves in the Wildcard. I don't even count the NL West.
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