Hey everyone.   I wanted to start off my first "Marz Unplugged" blog post off with a bang.    Just for some background info, I'm a former MLB catcher (Red Sox, Mariners, Rangers) who runs a Baseball Academy in Philly.   I also do the Phillies post game show on Comcast SportsNet.   Feel free to ask questions about Baseball, or anything else that's on your mind. 

Now that we're introduced....Let's jump right into things.

Most of the media in Philadelphia think that the Phillies are going to end up somewhere around 3rd or 4th place in the NL East this year.  I disagree, and here's why:

- Randy Wolf 16-10 2003
- Padilla 14 win 2 times
- Lieber 20 wins 2001, 14 in 2004
- Brett Myers 14 wins in 2003
- Gavin Floyd could surprise some people

Combine that staff with the best bullpen in the NL east, and everyone will be shocked by this year's outcome.  These guys are due to have great years, most coming off of injuries that shouldn't slow them down this year. 

I can't wait, see you on opening day!

MARZTIP:
People believe that if you work hard you will make the big leagues. You make the big leagues when you put talent, desire, determination, and focus together.