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My Predictions for the NL East

This offseason has brought some of the most competitive trading and signing in the NL East in years. Here are my record and individual predictions for the NL East this year from worst win-loss record to the best.

Sam Walters

Feb 25, 2019

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Miami Marlins: 56-106 (2018: 63-98)

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The Miami Marlins, with yet another new look and one of the saddest offseason tanks in MLB history, are not going to be contenders in 2019. Their fanbase along with their management has embraced the rebuild (again), especially with moves such as sending away C J.T. Realmuto. Go to sleep, fighting fish of Florida. We'll see you in 2022 when your farm system is ready to make a run for it.

New York Mets: 80-82 (2018: 77-85)

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The New York Mets still aren't quite ready to make a run for a World Series, despite moves bringing in 2B Robinson Cano and IF Jed Lowrie to help a young, struggling infield. With Jacob deGrom ready to shine again after his 2018 Cy Young campaign and a very solid bullpen, if the offense can step up in 2019, the Mets can be contenders in years to come.

Washington Nationals: 88-74 (2018: 82-80)

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Ok, here come the big boys. The top three contenders in the National League East have had terrific offseasons, capitalizing on big moves to build the ultimate roster. The team these moves hurt the most is the Washington Nationals, who are not the favored landing spot for the former National and All-Star caliber OF Bryce Harper, who entered free agency in 2018. Still, with arguably the best starting rotation in baseball and young players like Juan Soto, Trea Turner, and Adam Eaton complimenting veterans like Ryan Zimmerman and Anthony Rendon, this team is still in the running for a Wild Card spot or better.

Philadelphia Phillies: 92-70 (2018: 80-82)

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The Phillies are primed to return to 2000's form with their multiple offseason additions. The one star that could align and give the city of Philadelphia new life is OF Bryce Harper, who reportedly is interested in signing with the Phillies and a few other organizations for a LONG time and a BIG paycheck. Still having 2018 Cy Young finalist Aaron Nola, slugger Rhys Hoskins and outstanding 3B Maikel Franco on top of new additions in Andrew McCutcheon, J.T. Realmuto, Jean Segura, and David Robertson, the main question coming into this 2019 season is whether this roster can blend together like certain "super-teams" in the past.

Atlanta Braves: 95-67 (2018: 90-72)

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The Atlanta Braves were not supposed to be here. The 2018 NL East Champions were mostly overlooked heading into the season because of the timeline of prospects coming into the Major League. The team has lost little to none of their playoff-ready roster from last season, securing productive veterans Nick Markakis and Tyler Flowers for another season. Young talent in IF Austin Riley and many minor league pitchers are now at the cusp of claiming a role in the Major League. Additionally, the Braves surrounded their young talent with experience in Josh Donaldson and Brian McCann, who look to provide relief to an already proficient starting nine. No other roster in the NL East is as exciting as the Braves. A potential full season for NL Rookie of the Year Ronald Acuña Jr., along with Freddie Freeman, Ozzie Albies, Ender Inciarte, and a young pitching corps should only rise to the top from this point on.

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My Predictions for the NL East

This offseason has brought some of the most competitive trading and signing in the NL East in years. Here are my record and individual predictions for the NL East this year from worst win-loss record to the best.

In This Article:

Miami Marlins: 56-106 (2018: 63-98)

New York Mets: 80-82 (2018: 77-85)

Washington Nationals: 88-74 (2018: 82-80)

Philadelphia Phillies: 92-70 (2018: 80-82)

Atlanta Braves: 95-67 (2018: 90-72)

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Because have you ever had to endure grilling your foot on a George Foreman?

1. When he just wanted bacon from his George Foreman grill

2. When he had money (and Jan) issues

3. When he got upstaged at Phyllis' wedding

4. When he unintentionally saved Meredith from rabies

5. When he wore a "bisexual" suit

6. When he had to apologize to Jesus

7. When his GPS drove him into a lake

8. When he had to deal with Ryan as his boss

9. When he couldn't fulfill his most generous empty promise

10. When this happened

11. When he struggled with a X-Mas break up

12. When he had to defend his generosity

13. When he threw a classy Christmas party for Holly but she had a boyfriend

14. When he had to stand up to peer pressure

15. When Toby was "Toby-ish"

This isn't just for the single Pringles out there either, folks

Run Around Clanging Pots and Pans in Everyone's Face

Eat the Last Few Pigs in a Blanket

Pop Twelve White Grapes

Burn Something

Smash Things Against a Wall

Spontaneously Begin an Irish Jig

Call Your Mother

Throw a Coffee Table Out a Window

Sing "Auld Lang Syne" at the Top of Your Lungs

Do Some Squats

Swan Dive into a Nearly Freezing Body of Water

Take a Shot

Time to be merry and bright.

"First Noel" by Leslie Odom, Jr

"A Holly Jolly Christmas" by Burl Ives

"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" by Kelly Clarkson

"All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey

"Christmas (Baby Please Come Home" by Michael Buble

"Last Christmas" by Taylor Swift

"The Christmas Song" by Josh Groban

"White Christmas" by Idina Menzel

"O Holy Night" by David Archuleta

"Believe" by Josh Groban

"Les cloches du hameau" by Celine Dion

Or at least try to do.

1. I will wake up (sorta) on time for class.

2. I will look decent for class.

3. I will go to the gym more.

4. I will go to the library and study more.

5. I will meet new people.

For those long nights that turn into mornings when the struggle is real.

1. Walk in motivated and ready to rock

2. Disappointed you let it get this bad

3. Distracted: When a 10-Minute Break Becomes an Hour

4. When the Yearning for Sleep Sneaks Up

5. In the words of Lorelai Gilmore "Coffee, Coffee, Coffee"

Oh, so done.

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