In Need of a Sweep

The Braves are in DESPERATE need of a sweep against the Phillies. The division leading Phillies are 5 games ahead of the Braves heading into this very important series. My opinion only but it is do or die time for the Braves. In order to sweep the Phillies the pitching will have to continue to be good and the bats must wake up. Only scoring 2 runs in three games against Boston is unbeleivable and they actually got a win. If the bats dont wake up in this series I really feel their season will be over.

Fans, I would like to hear your opinion on what is wrong with the Atlanta Braves. Is it the offence, the manager, the bullpen or something else? Personally I think the offence has been the number one reason we are 3 games under .500. The lack of timely hitting, as evident in last nights game is killing this team. But I also feel there are other issues too, like lack of speed, a spotty defence and perhaps a manager who is to loyal to his players, especially during their prolonged struggles.

Is it time to consider moving the 37 year old Chipper Jones to first and putting Martin Prado at third on a daily basis. Chipper had made 10 errors already this year, after making only 13 last year. With the constant nagging injuries to Chipper, I wonder if first base would be a better fit.