It was a historic season in the NL East in 2022. Two teams finished with over 100 wins, and another team snuck into the Wild Card that ended up reaching the World Series. The New York Mets were one of the most dominant teams after Opening Day, and they finished the season with 101 wins and still didn't win the division. They led the NL East for 175 days in 2022, but when it came time to shut down the Braves’ late-season surge, New York failed to secure the divisio n title. Atlanta won their 5th consecutive NL East title as they cemented their dynasty within the division.
While the Mets and Braves won over 100 games, the Philadelphia Phillies earned a Wild Card spot and made the most of the opportunity. They beat the Cardinals, Braves and Padres en route to a World Series appearance. As for the Marlins and Nationals in 2022, they tried. With the 2023 season looming, let's dive into my NL East preview and my best bet to make.
NL East Division Winner Odds
The Braves opened as the favorite to win the NL East for the 6th consecutive year. With a young lineup and a dangerous rotation, it's no surprise to see Atlanta listed as the team to beat in the division. Not far behind the Braves are the Mets, who made a handful of moves in the offseason to transform their squad into a superteam. A rotation that starts with Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer might be the best 1-2 punch in baseball. And the reigning National League Champions, the Phillies, are expected to once again follow in Atlanta and New York's footsteps. Here are the odds to win the NL East, courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook.
Atlanta Braves +110
New York Mets +175
Philadelphia Phillies +370
Miami Marlins +2200
Washington Nationals +25000