Playoff Chances in Parentheses (provided by CoolStandings.com)
1. Chicago Cubs (99.8%)
It will be awefully difficult for the Brewers to catch the Cubs in the NL Central race. However, The Wild Card isn't a bad consolation for the Brewers. In fact, the Cubs have struggled against the Diamondbacks this year, so if the Brewers get the Wild Card and win the Division Series, they could be playing the Champions of the West.
2. Milwaukee Brewers (87.3%)
The Brewers are "Turnin' Up the Heat" at the right time. After a solid week, the Cards are 4.5 back while the Phillies are 5.5 back. With no games left against the Cards, the Cards are going to need some help catching the Brewers. Look for this week's series against the Mets to determine whether or not to mortgage the house for playoff tickets.
3. New York Mets (68.3%)
The Mets have been playing tough down the stretch, in stark contrast to what they did last season. With an ignitor in Jose Reyes and big bats that have his back, the Mets look like they might have what it takes to win the NL East, which would pit them against the NL Wild Card winner in the first round of the playoffs.
4. St Louis Cardinals (7.9%)
Right team, wrong division. Albert Pujols and Ryan Ludwick have done a great job of carrying the team. However, without help from the Brewers remaining opponents, their Ruthian efforts will not net a playoff spot.
5. Philadelphia Phillies (35.6%)
Their lineup is great, but their failures go back to the important baseball mantra, "Pitching wins Championships."
6. Arizona Diamondbacks (80.9%)
The Diamondbacks are the beneficiaries of the Dodgers falling fast by losing eight in a row. Look for Webb, Haren, and Johnson to face Zambrano, Harden, and Dempster in an electric Division Series.
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