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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.

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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.

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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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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