Updated: July 16, 2009, 2:04 PM ET
Dr. BP's Prescriptions: NL East
Baseball Prospectus has cures for the Phillies, Marlins, Braves, Mets and Nationals
In anticipation of the second half, Baseball Prospectus examines what ails every team in the National League East and offers suggestions to fix those problems. From a non-Roy Halladay solution to the Phillies' pitching woes to the first steps the Nationals need to take, Dr. BP has a cure for all. And when you're done with this tonic, check out the remedies for the NL Central and NL West.
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Week of Aug. 10
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- Aug. 10: Ryan Braun and position changes
Week of Aug. 3
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