See a lot of talk that now that they have Harper they are the favorite in the NL.

I am not sold. Their lineup is solid, but I don't think they have the pitching. Their lineup is not as good as Washington over the last couple years and their pitching is not even close to Washington.

Harper is a great addition, but it does not make them the class of the NL. I am not even sure they are the best team in their division. The Braves and the Nats are going to be solid as well.

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"He is a loathsome, offensive brute
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They also upgraded at catcher and shortstop, and unloaded Carlos Santana so Hoskins can move back to 1B. We will see if McCutchen has anything left in LF.

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I'd pick the Phillies to take the East, Adding two huge bats is just what they needed. They might grab kimbrel too.

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I got the Phillies winning the East and SD finishing around .500.

The Phillies starting pitching will surprise you this year. Not sold on their relievers. Think they will need trade for another closer at the trade deadline.