National League East

* – indicates new to team

1. Washington Nationals

The best rotation in all of baseball has to get them to a World Series appearance.

2. New York Mets

With the return of Matt Harvey that puts the Mets in front for second place.

3. Miami Marlins

If Jose Fernandez was healthy from the start I would say the Marlins could push for the top Wild Card spot.

4. Atlanta Braves

A total upheaval with a new front office in place to prepare for the move to Cobb County.

5. Philadelphia Phillies

It will be an interesting season for them. Mainly to see how much they get for Howard, Utley and Hamels. Continue reading →

2014 MLB All-Star Teams

Now in its 85th year the Midsummer Classic is appearing at the Minnesota Twins new ballpark Target Field. Now every year there is always a lot of discussion and some it a little dated about how the teams are put together. No system will ever be perfect. Fans don’t always get it right and managers won’t either. The fact that the players are able to vote for participants was a great choice and they know who is deserving. Regardless of who should or shouldn’t be in the game lets just accept that the best players will always be involved one way or another. Here are my all-stars keeping with the rules that every team be represented and a total of 34 players for each league. Continue reading →

National League East

* – indicates new to team
AVG – Batting Average
ERA – Earned Run Average
HR – Home Runs
RBI – Runs Batted In
SV – Saves

1. Washington Nationals
Far too much talent to have a repeat of last season.
2. Atlanta Braves
Lots of pitching, but their lineup has some holes to fill.
3. Philadelphia Phillies
If Rollins, Utley and Howard return to form they might contend.
4. New York Mets
Having a healthy Matt Harvey would put them in contention.
5. Miami Marlins
Loads of talent on the way now and for many more seasons. Continue reading →