Who will win the NL Central?

[George_F]

Say who you think will win it (and if you care to who will come in 2nd).

I think the Cards will come out on top, with the Cubbies and Stros battling it out for 2nd (and possible Wild Card berth). I think the Pirates will be improved and no pushovers at all, the Reds and Brewers may have a very long season.

[John Corn]

I think Astros win out because of the top of their rotation, great bullpen, and solid lineup.

Cub's hitters will do alot better this year because Baker always gets the best out of his hitters (Baseball Prospectus 2003 has a great article on how well hitters do under Baker..his track record is pretty phenomenal).

Cardinals have a nice lineup but Drew looks like he will be injury plagued all year again..and I think Rolens is overrated.

I also think the Cards rotation (especially the 3, 4, 5 spots) and pen is shaky. I am also not sold on Woody Williams. I don't think he is really worth $12 million per year.

[Timco]

I would never bet against Baker. I think the Cubs will take the division.

[Keith4USC]

Astros by 2 games......