Even though the Phillies were recently on a 10-game winning streak, they still haven't looked like likely contenders to make another trip to the World Series.
They are currently the top prospects in the Roy Halladay sweepstakes, and they could really use him.
The trade deadline is July 31, so there is still plenty of time for this deal to go through. Many sources have already said that Halladay will no longer be a Blue Jay after this week.
As likely as it seems that Halladay is leaving Toronto, a deal just can't seem to be agreed upon with the Phillies. The latest offer from the Phillies has been declined by Toront according to sources from both teams.
By signing Roy Halladay, the Phillies would be right up there with the Dodgers as the top dogs in the National League.
The lack of consistency within the starting rotation is one major reason the Phillies have been so streaky this season. Even after the 10-game winning streak, both the Braves and the Marlins are within five games.
There are still some other possible places Halladay could go, including the Dodgers. If Halladay goes to the Dodgers then I say we just go ahead and crown the Dodgers champions now.
However, it's still not set in stone that the Blue Jays will see an offer that they like and send Halladay packing.
The Phillies have to do everything they can to get Halladay and keep pace with the Dodgers.
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