As baseball enthusiasts eagerly await the crack of bats at spring training, oddsmakers have released their projections for the 2025 MLB season, painting an intriguing picture of what's to come.
American League Outlook
The Chicago White Sox, coming off a dismal 41-win season, are expected to show signs of life in 2025. While still projected to finish at the bottom of the American League, statistical models suggest a significant improvement. FanGraphs forecasts 62 wins, marking a potential 21-game improvement.
'The White Sox have nowhere to go but up,' notes baseball analyst Tom Martinez. 'Even minimal roster changes should yield better results than last year's historic low.'
In the Pacific Northwest, the Seattle Mariners emerge as a compelling dark horse. With an average of 88 wins over their last four campaigns, Seattle's rotation stands poised to dominate. The spotlight falls on Julio Rodriguez, whose previous seasons yielded impressive 5.8 WAR performances before last year's dip.
National League Contenders
The Arizona Diamondbacks have generated significant buzz after their 89-win season. The acquisition of former Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes strengthens an already formidable rotation.
'Adding Burnes to our staff changes everything,' shares D-backs pitching coach Dan Carlson. 'His consistency and durability give us a true ace.'
Perhaps the most striking projection comes from Baseball Prospectus, which sees the Chicago Cubs reaching 90.7 wins. The addition of Kyle Tucker transforms their lineup, while bullpen reinforcements address last season's late-game struggles.
The Cubs' revamped relief corps, anchored by veteran Ryan Pressly, aims to improve upon the 35 losses charged to their bullpen last year. Young talent Porter Hodge's emergence adds depth to their late-inning options.
Editor: Vitalina Patskan
