While the favorites (Yankees, Phillies) are not participating in the 2010 MLB World Series, we do have quite a matchup to look forward to. As we sit here in the bullpen, let’s take a look at the teams and see who has the edge, if there is any.

It may not be the teams the television market and media world wanted. It’s not the flashy World Series. What it is however is two teams that play hard, with heart and want to win. This year’s Fall Classic is not about the star-studded lineups that have so much talent that they look as though they are going through the motions.

When you watch the games, starting tonight, you will see two teams playing fundamental baseball. Two teams giving it their all for the entire game.

There are plenty of great matchups and story lines to look at before tonight’s Game 1.

Following Double G Sports as we take you through a position-by-position breakdown as well as point out some interesting facts about this year’s World Series.

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