couldn't the same argument be made for us? They've actually got a decent lineup even with Beltran being out and Pelfrey's breakout has been huge for them.
I think it can be said of any team in the NL East right now. The division has been craptastic the past few years. Get a few meatheads together to mash the ball and a few decent pitchers and you have your NL East Champ. The Phillies have mastered this and it is why they are where they are.
