This is a huge game for the Dodgers who can’t leave home 0-2, going into Philly.  Last night Kershaw got off to a great start, but fell apart in the 5th.   The Phillies bullpen bent, but didn’t break, and now the Dodgers are in a must win situation.

The Pedro and Padilla match-up is an interesting one.  Pedro hasn’t thrown in a while, but gets better the bigger the situation.  With the game one win, they are playing with house money, and after a 2 quick innings, Pedro is looking sharp.

With Padilla, you’re never quite sure what you’re going to get.  I played with him in Arizona and Philadelphia, so I’ve seen his stuff first hand, and it can be tremendous.  It’s just a matter of which Padilla is going to show up today.  After 2, he is throwing hard, and looking tough.

Going into this series I thought the Dodgers had an advantage, but after sitting down and really watching the game last night, it’s going to be tough for any team to knock off the Phillies.  The Dodgers bullpen is superior, but the Phillies have better starters, and a better group of position players.  They are a battle tested team, playing with hunger and confidence. 

Looks like the Dodgers have their hands full. – Dan Plesac