NL East Division Odds Revealed for 2026 MLB Season

Mets, Braves, and Phillies all have strong chances to win the division

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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As the 2026 MLB season approaches, the prediction market Kalshi has released the odds for each team to win the NL East division. The New York Mets currently hold the highest odds at 30-40%, followed closely by the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies, all of whom are seen as strong contenders for the division title.

Why it matters

The NL East is expected to be one of the most competitive divisions in baseball this season, with three teams having a realistic shot at claiming the crown. The offseason moves made by each club have shifted the division landscape, making this an intriguing race to follow as the season unfolds.

The details

The Mets have quietly had a strong offseason, adding right-handed hitters Bo Bichette, Marcus Semien, and Jorge Polanco to complement their left-handed stars Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor. They also acquired Freddy Peralta from the Brewers to bolster their starting rotation. The Braves are banking on bounce-back seasons from Ronald Acuña Jr., Marcell Ozuna, and Ozzie Albies, while hoping Chris Sale and Spencer Strider can stay healthy. The defending division champion Phillies have largely run it back, but will need to overcome the losses of Ranger Suárez and Zack Wheeler from their pitching staff.

  • The 2026 MLB season is set to begin in April 2026.

The players

New York Mets

The Mets are the favorites to win the NL East division in 2026 after a busy offseason that saw them add several key pieces to their roster.

Atlanta Braves

The Braves are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season and reclaim the NL East crown they've won multiple times in recent years.

Philadelphia Phillies

The defending NL East champions will try to repeat their success in 2026 despite losing some key pitching talent from their rotation.

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What they’re saying

“The NL East is going to be a bloodbath this season, with three teams all having a legitimate shot at winning the division.”

— David Stearns, President of Baseball Operations, New York Mets (actionnetwork.com)

What’s next

As Spring Training gets underway, fans will be closely watching to see how the rosters and rotations of the Mets, Braves, and Phillies take shape, which could further shift the division odds.

The takeaway

The NL East is shaping up to be one of the most competitive divisions in baseball, with the Mets, Braves, and Phillies all having a legitimate chance to claim the division title in 2026. This should make for an exciting race to follow throughout the upcoming season.