The National League East might be MLB’s best division.
The division put three teams into the postseason last year, and all three — the Phillies, Braves and Mets — return with the same aspirations. Check anyone’s power rankings, and that trio is always in the top 10, if not the top five. The Nationals could be a frisky fourth team that won’t be easy to face, adding depth to the division.
It’ll be fascinating to see who sits atop the East in October. Each of the three contenders have reasons to feel it’ll be them. Each is spending lavishly, possessing lineups stacked with All-Stars and pitchers with gaudy stuff.
While the Dodgers obviously are at the top of the NL, the East’s trio might be the next best three teams. It’s going to be uber competitive, and the matchups will be must-see for baseball fans. All three teams have huge, passionate fan bases with immense expectations. The division’s rivalries and storylines are set up beautifully for the 2025 season.
Here’s a look at the NL East’s outlook: