2007-02-25 16:30:14 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Baseball
93-95 (fingers crossed). It's still the early stages of spring training, so I'm still optimistic that the Phillies will get over the hump of the 85 or so win seasons and finally make the playoffs (and do something there).
Judging by Hamels second half last year and Brett coming into camp in great shape and the addition of Garcia the SP is looking to be in great shape. Eaton will be a bit of a Wild Card at this point, but dealing with Wolf and his injuries among others through out the years any setbacks won't be anything different.
The pen still has some questions, but I'm of the belief that most relievers are erratic from year to year, so it shouldn't be a huge concern at this point, since it's always going to be something of an inconsistency.
I guess it will all come down to if the OF can step it up or not. Shane has a lot of potential at the top of the order and paired with Rowand out there they'll make for a good defensive outfield. Burrell may be a bit of a weakness, but Aaron can shift over more to left with the range Shane can cover, plus once he gets the ball he does have a good arm out there.
Here's hoping to watching baseball in October, it's been far too long.
2007-02-26 13:25:55 · answer #1 · answered by Bess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm thinking they'll win about 90 games. I think they have the best pitching staff in the game and the best right side of the infield in the game as well. It's funny the 2 teams that should beat the Phillies out of the East are the Mets and the Phillies
2007-02-26 09:23:33 · answer #2 · answered by hair_of_a_dog 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I could see the Phils winning about 90 games this year.
Last year they had the Brett Myers assault distraction. With that past him, he should have a good year (at least 15 wins). Cole Hamels is ready for his first full year in the bigs, and Freddy Garcia should win about 15 games as well. Gordon when healthy will be a solid closer, but bullpen needs more depth besides Geary.
Offense will be the story - Rollins, Utley and Howard are three of the most promising young stars in the game & they are in the same lineup! They could use upgrades at catcher & third base...
2007-02-26 10:05:57 · answer #3 · answered by hockeypuck 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Phillies have an incredible infield with some good young arms. BUT, Phillies have better competition this year. Braves are gonna be much better with Mike Hampton back, plus the National League in general has gotten better overall. And then the Mets should be a force offensively once again. Although Phillies are talented, the good competition should bring them about 80-85 wins this year.
2007-02-26 01:10:19 · answer #4 · answered by Mr_ICON 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
4
2007-02-26 00:46:53 · answer #5 · answered by AL IS ON VACATION AND HAS NO PIC 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think they win between 80-85 games. They can score a ton of runs, but much like their division rivals the New York Mets, they dont have the pitching to back it up (Although Freddy Garcia helps some but they have no bullpen). But no matter how many games they win or lose, Ryan Howard is going to be fun to watch.
2007-02-26 10:33:35 · answer #6 · answered by Quiet Storm 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Phillies will win a maximum of 80 games.
2007-02-26 00:45:18 · answer #7 · answered by lightbulboff 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The Fightins' will compile a 96-66 record winning the NL East at least 10 over the Mets. Eventually they will go on to win the National League Pennant. They will play the Yankees in a classic 7 game world series. It will be considered the greatest world series of all time!! And the winner will be.....................!
As Harry Kalas would say..............Outta here!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-02-26 16:27:17 · answer #8 · answered by Yankee Dude 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
87
2007-02-26 12:15:22 · answer #9 · answered by Michael B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They won 85 last year and they have upgrade some in the pitching department. 87 to 93 tops.
2007-02-26 01:45:04 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋