My prediction for the NL West of ’05

First place: SF Giants. With the addition of Benitez as closer, Vizquel and Matheny for defense, the Giants should be able to eek out a few more wins.
Second place: AZ D’backs. If they manage to keep the Big Unit, they should do good. Glaus and Ortiz should be great additions for them.
Third place: LA Dodgers. They haven’t done much to improve the team in the off-season, and the loss of Finley can only hurt them. They will barely be above the Padres.
Fourth place: SD Padres. They lost Wells, and the Pad’s are never any good.
Fifth place: CO Rockies. Someone has to reside in the cellar.