Jason Mezrahi 
The National League East is gearing up for a fierce 2025 showdown, with Juan Soto energizing the Mets, Max Fried’s departure challenging the Braves, and the Phillies’ rotation poised to dominate. Fantasy baseball drafters and sports bettors have a wealth of opportunities in this division. Here’s our latest breakdown, featuring projected starting lineups, rotations, and closers from MLB.com, with live betting odds from DraftKings Sportsbook as of March 7, 2025.
Atlanta Braves
Projected Starting Lineup (via MLB.com):
- Ronald Acuña Jr., RF
- Ozzie Albies, 2B
- Austin Riley, 3B
- Matt Olson, 1B
- Marcell Ozuna, DH
- Sean Murphy, C
- Michael Harris II, CF
- Orlando Arcia, SS
- Jarred Kelenic, LF
Projected Starting Rotation:
- Spencer Strider, RHP
- Chris Sale, LHP
- Charlie Morton, RHP
- Reynaldo López, RHP
- Spencer Schwellenbach, RHP
Projected Closer: Raisel Iglesias, RHP
Fried’s exit to the Yankees leaves Strider as the ace, with Sale’s health a key X-factor. Michael Harris II (OF, ADP ~90-110) is a mid-round fantasy steal with 20-20 upside, while Spencer Schwellenbach (SP, ADP ~220-250) offers late-round value after a 3.35 ERA in 2024.
DraftKings Sportsbook Odds:
- Win Total: 93.5 (O -110/U -110)
- Division: +110
- NL Pennant: +450
- World Series: +850
The Braves’ +110 division odds reflect their resilience, but 93.5 wins is a stretch without Fried—lean under.
Philadelphia Phillies
Projected Starting Lineup (via MLB.com):
- Trea Turner, SS
- Bryce Harper, 1B
- Alec Bohm, 3B
- Kyle Schwarber, DH
- Nick Castellanos, RF
- Bryson Stott, 2B
- J.T. Realmuto, C
- Max Kepler, LF
- Brandon Marsh, CF
Projected Starting Rotation:
- Zack Wheeler, RHP
- Aaron Nola, RHP
- Ranger Suárez, LHP
- Cristopher Sánchez, LHP
- Jesús Luzardo, LHP
Projected Closer: José Alvarado, LHP
This rotation is a fantasy goldmine, with Luzardo adding depth. Bryson Stott (2B, ADP ~150-170) brings 15-15 potential at a discount, while Ranger Suárez (SP, ADP ~180-200) is a steal post-2024 (2.82 ERA).
DraftKings Sportsbook Odds:
- Win Total: 91.5 (O -115/U -105)
- Division: +215
- NL Pennant: +500
- World Series: +1000
Philly’s +215 division odds and +500 NL pennant line make them a betting standout.
New York Mets
Projected Starting Lineup (via MLB.com):
- Francisco Lindor, SS
- Juan Soto, RF
- Pete Alonso, 1B
- Brandon Nimmo, LF
- Mark Vientos, 3B
- Jesse Winker, DH
- Francisco Alvarez, C
- Jeff McNeil, 2B
- Tyrone Taylor, CF
Projected Starting Rotation:
- Kodai Senga, RHP
- Sean Manaea, LHP
- Frankie Montas, RHP
- David Peterson, LHP
- Clay Holmes, RHP
Projected Closer: Edwin Díaz, RHP
Soto’s arrival makes the Mets a juggernaut, though pitching depth is thin. Francisco Alvarez (C, ADP ~120-140) is a power-hitting sleeper, while Sean Manaea (SP, ADP ~230-260) offers late-round value (3.47 ERA in 2024).
DraftKings Sportsbook Odds:
- Win Total: 92.5 (O -110/U -110)
- Division: +240
- NL Pennant: +550
- World Series: +1100
The Mets’ +240 division odds highlight Soto’s impact—over 90.5 wins is in play.
Washington Nationals
Projected Starting Lineup (via MLB.com):
- CJ Abrams, SS
- Luis García Jr., 2B
- James Wood, LF
- Nathaniel Lowe, 1B
- Josh Bell, DH
- Dylan Crews, RF
- Keibert Ruiz, C
- José Tena, 3B
- Jacob Young, CF
Projected Starting Rotation:
- MacKenzie Gore, LHP
- Jake Irvin, RHP
- Josiah Gray, RHP
- Mitchell Parker, LHP
- DJ Herz, LHP
Projected Closer: Kyle Finnegan, RHP
The Nats’ youth is buzzing. James Wood (OF, ADP ~100-120) is a five-tool breakout star, while MacKenzie Gore (SP, ADP ~160-190) brings strikeout upside.
DraftKings Sportsbook Odds:
- Win Total: 72.5 (O -110/U -110)
- Division: +6500
- NL Pennant: +8000
- World Series: +15000
The over 72.5 wins is a sharp bet—Washington could surprise.
Miami Marlins
Projected Starting Lineup (via MLB.com):
- Xavier Edwards, SS
- Connor Norby, 2B
- Jesús Sánchez, LF
- Jonah Bride, 1B
- Ramón Laureano, RF
- Deyvison De Los Santos, DH
- Otto Lopez, 3B
- James McCann, C
- Kyle Stowers, CF
Projected Starting Rotation:
- Sandy Alcantara, RHP
- Eury Pérez, RHP
- Braxton Garrett, LHP
- Edward Cabrera, RHP
- Valente Bellozo, RHP
Projected Closer: Tanner Scott, LHP
Miami’s rotation has upside if Pérez stays healthy. Eury Pérez (SP, ADP ~130-150) is a fantasy ace-in-waiting, while Xavier Edwards (SS, ADP ~200-220) offers 30+ SB potential.
DraftKings Sportsbook Odds:
- Win Total: 63.5 (O -105/U -115)
- Division: +25000
- NL Pennant: +25000
- World Series: +50000
The over 63.5 wins is viable with Alcantara and Pérez.
Final Thoughts
The NL East is a three-way slugfest, with the Braves (+110), Phillies (+215), and Mets (+240) in a tight race. Fantasy managers should snag mid-to-late-round values like Harris, Stott, Alvarez, Wood, and Pérez. Bettors might target Philly’s +215 division odds or the Nats’ over 72.5 wins. Stay locked into WindailySports.com for 2025 updates!
