Surging Phillies chase another win over skidding Mets

In the midst of a roller coaster season, the Philadelphia Phillies are trending in a positive direction.

After losing two straight to the National League East-leading Atlanta Braves earlier this week, the Phillies bounced back for a 5-1 victory over the New York Mets on Friday.

Even with thosetwo setbacks against the Braves, the Phillies have won 14 of 18 and have put themselves back in playoff contention. They will loo