About our MLB National League East news
Latest news on baseball teams in the National League East, one of the three divisions of the National League of Major League Baseball in North America.
The National League East (NL East) is one of the six divisions in Major League Baseball (MLB) and consists of five teams based in the eastern part of the United States. Established in 1969 as part of the National League, the division has a rich history and includes some storied franchises in baseball. The teams in the NL East are:
Atlanta Braves: Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the Braves have a long and storied history that dates back to their origins as the Boston Red Stockings in 1871. The team has won four World Series championships (1914, 1957, 1995 and 2021) and has captured numerous division titles.
Miami Marlins: Based in Miami, Florida, the Marlins were established in 1993 as an expansion team. They have won two World Series championships (1997 and 2003) in their relatively short history, both times as a Wild Card team.
New York Mets: Based in New York City, the Mets were founded in 1962 as a replacement for the departed Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Giants. The team has won two World Series championships (1969 and 1986) and is known for its passionate fan base.
Philadelphia Phillies: Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Phillies are the oldest continuous, one-name, one-city franchise in American professional sports, founded in 1883. They have won two World Series championships (1980 and 2008) and have a storied history of talented players.
Washington Nationals: Based in Washington, D.C., the Nationals were established in 1969 as the Montreal Expos before relocating to D.C. in 2005. The team won its first World Series championship in 2019 and has developed a strong fan base in the nation's capital.
The NL East is known for its competitive nature and passionate rivalries, especially between the Braves, Mets, and Phillies. Over the years, the division has produced numerous pennant winners and World Series champions, contributing to its rich history and strong presence in MLB.
In recent years, the balance of power within the division has shifted, with teams like the Braves and Nationals emerging as strong contenders alongside the traditional powerhouses of the Mets and Phillies. The Marlins, despite having two World Series titles, are working to rebuild and become competitive once again.
In this dedicated National League East feed you can find all the latest fixtures, results, team news, standings, interviews and general updates on the Atlanta Braves, Florida Marlins, New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies and the Washington Nationals.