We split the series with the Braves last year and they've done nothing this offseason. In what way are they more talented?
Well, I do remember a lot of our success came from clutch hits from random guys like Nix. I think we can have a huge performance but we really need LaRoche to put up numbers like Nix did during the summer months. He was a big part of our 13(?) game winning streak in the summer.
Also, I read that Uggla put on more muscle which can actually hurt some of your necessary traits like ability to move (and he was already a crap defender) and hit. And you know your screwed when Jack Wilson is the only solid defender in your infield.
