Have You Had Your Phil?

Though they exit the city of Brotherly Love just 2.5 games out of first and having just taken 3 out of 4 from their rivals, I think that the Mets have certainly had their fill.

The circumstances that led to the Mets series victory was almost comical. The bullpen was ridiculous, with Billy Wagner leading the way, and the Mets came relatively close to losing each of the last two games in embarrassing fashion.

Nevertheless, they outlasted the Phillies, and for once, or twice, showed a little backbone on both Sunday and Monday.

Pedro pitched relatively well (2 runs, 5.1 innings), and that is remarkably encouraging. If he's got something left in the tank, the rotation is set.

Impossible as it may seem, if Scott Schoenweiss becomes the Mets closer today, I think I will have more confidence in him than in Mr. Wagner. Scott Schoenweiss. No question about Heilman or Joe Smith, who are possibly the two best relievers right now (Heilman's play on Monday notwithstanding).

At 2.5 back, the Mets have a bad (bot not ridiculous) chance of capturing first place by the All-Star break.

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