- The Los Angeles Dodgers project to have the best core team in the division, with a core winning percentage of .741 based on their strong lineup and pitching rotation.
- The San Francisco Giants are projected to be the second-best team in the division, led by the addition of Rafael Devers, but there is a significant gap between them and the Dodgers.
- The Arizona Diamondbacks have a strong up-the-middle offense but their pitching is a concern, making a wild card spot their likely ceiling.
- The San Diego Padres have talent but their rotation is a major weakness, projecting to be one of the worst in the division.
- The Colorado Rockies are projected to have the weakest core team in the division, with a lack of impact hitters and a poor pitching staff.