Mets 2017 Season Preview: Final record predictions

By JT. Teran
Sep 28, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; New York Mets left fielder Yoenis Cespedes (52) celebrates their 5-2 win over the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 28, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; New York Mets left fielder Yoenis Cespedes (52) celebrates their 5-2 win over the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /
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Michelle Ioannou, Editor

Last season, the Mets finished 87-75 and made it to the Wild Card game, which we know didn’t go as planned. But, we need to keep in mind that they reached this record with a multitude of injuries, which we hopefully will not have to deal with this upcoming season (knock on wood).

The N.L. East won’t be easy. The Nationals took the division last year, and you bet they’ll be trying again for this season. They have a great manager leading them, and they do have a strong team behind them. But, if the Mets do stay healthy — and especially if their pitchers stay healthy — they could definitely give the Nats a run for their money again, just like in 2015.

But, again, the Braves can’t be counted out either. They will be a tougher match this season than they were last season. They’ve added to their rotation. And they’ve added to their offense.

However, the Mets managed to win 87 games last season and make it to the Wild Card game with injuries plaguing them their entire season, especially in terms of their starters. If the rotation stays healthy, and the bats stay alive, the Mets should be able to take the division.

My prediction? The Mets will go 95-67 and end first in the N.L. East.

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