As rosters become full and we move into the regular season the question of who had the best offseason is of critical importance. All eyes will be on the Braves, Mets, and Phillies as we play ball as it will surely be a competitive season.

Here is how to rate these teams offseason pickups:

Atlanta Braves:
The Braves maintained a relatively low profile this offseason, focusing on strategic signings to address specific needs. Key moves include:

• Additions: Signed utility player Jurickson Profar and outfielder Bryan De La Cruz.
• Departures: Lost starting pitcher Max Fried and reliever A.J. Minter.

Despite these changes, the Braves’ core remains intact and is projected to be strong contenders in the division. FanGraphs’ Depth Charts project the Braves to have a total WAR of 51.4, indicating a robust roster.

Philadelphia Phillies:

The Phillies focused on strengthening their pitching staff and outfield depth:

• Additions: Acquired starting pitcher Jesús Luzardo and outfielder Max Kepler.
• Departures: Lost key bullpen pieces may impact their relief pitching depth.

With an aging core, the Phillies are under pressure to capitalize on their current roster. Their projected WAR stands at 47.8, indicating a competitive team with potential for postseason success.

NY Mets:
The Mets made a significant splash this offseason with high-profile acquisitions aimed at immediate contention:

• Additions: Signed superstar outfielder Juan Soto to a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract. brewcrewball.com
• Retentions: Extended first baseman Pete Alonso with a two-year, $54 million deal, including a $24 million player option for 2026. nypost.com

These moves have bolstered the Mets’ lineup significantly. FanGraphs projects the Mets’ total WAR at 48.4, positioning them as strong contenders in the NL East.

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