Phillies' 2023 projected standing in the NL

MLB's Opening Day is here, but the Phillies are playing away against the Texas Rangers (4:05pm).

• Our home opener is April 6.

In the meantime, Axios Sports’ Jeff Tracy and Kendall Baker looked at projected standings in the National League and mashed up a smart-brevity take on the season for us.

Each team in five words or less:

• Braves (projected record: 93-69): Young core ready to dominate.
• Padres (91-71): This roster is absolutely stacked.
• Mets (90-72): Cohen spends; can he win?
• Dodgers (88-74): Not favored? A refreshing change.
• Cardinals (87-75): Lars Nootbaar breakout incoming.
• Brewers (85-77): Pitchers are legit. But offense?
• Phillies (85-77): Gained Trea, but lost Rhys.
• Giants (84-78): Lineup could sure use Correa!
• Marlins (80-82): Almost contenders. This the year?
• Diamondbacks (79-83): Bold prediction: wild card team.
• Cubs (77-85): Can Bellinger regain MVP form?
• Pirates (75-87): Oneil Cruz, Statcast superstar.
• Reds (70-92): Sneaky talent, but still rebuilding.
• Nationals (66-96): They'll always have 2019.
• Rockies (66-96): So. Many. Injuries. Bummer.

Awards predictions:

• MVP: Juan Soto (LF, Padres)
• Cy Young: Spencer Strider (RHP, Braves)
• Rookie of the Year: Corbin Carroll (LF, Diamondbacks)