The Washington Nationals registered the fewest regular season wins in 2022, claiming just 55 victories in 162 games. With the start of the 2023 Major League Baseball (MLB) season scheduled for March 30, it’s time to lock in your predictions for the upcoming campaign.
Naturally, the Nationals are among the bookies’ favorites to notch the fewest wins this year, but the Oakland Athletics are the slight front-runners at this stage. Let’s take a closer look at the top contenders before settling on a pick.
2023 MLB Fewest Regular Season Wins Contenders
Oakland Athletics (+370)
Only the Washington Nationals registered fewer regular season wins than the Oakland Athletics in 2022. Having finished rock bottom of the American League West with a record of 60-102, the Athletics look set to endure another disappointing campaign.
Washington Nationals (+380)
The Nationals picked up 14 wins fewer than their nearest rivals – the Miami Marlins – in the National League East last season. At the opposite end of the standings, the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets both racked up 101 wins, emphasizing Washington’s struggles.
Colorado Rockies (+390)
Six teams registered fewer regular season wins than the Colorado Rockies in 2022, as they finished bottom of the National League West with a record of 68-94. If the latest MLB odds are correct, Colorado is set to endure an even worse campaign this year.
Cincinnati Reds (+450)
The Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates chalked up identical records last season, registering 62 wins and 100 losses to finish joint-bottom of the National League Central. However, the Reds are expected to fall behind the Pirates in 2023.
223 MLB Fewest Regular Season Wins Sleepers
Kansas City Royals (+1000)
Only four teams picked up fewer regular season wins than the Kansas City Royals in 2022. Having finished bottom of the American League Central with a record of 65-97, the Royals look destined to experience another difficult campaign.
Arizona Diamondbacks (+1700)
At +1700, the Arizona Diamondbacks are bound to attract plenty of attention from bettors looking for value. The Diamondbacks notched just six wins more than Colorado last year, while NL West champions the Los Angeles Dodgers achieved the best regular season record.
2023 MLB Fewest Regular Season Wins Predictions
Best Bet: Washington Nationals (+380)
Over the past few years, Washington’s fall from grace has been clear for all to see. Following their World Series triumph in 2019, the Nationals have gone from bad to worse, with key players leaving the franchise year after year.
The Nationals claimed the fewest wins last season and I can see them repeating that unwanted failure in 2023. With that in mind, backing Washington at +380 feels like a smart move.
2023 MLB Fewest Regular Season Wins Betting Lines
Oakland Athletics +370
Washington Nationals +380
Colorado Rockies +390
Cincinnati Reds +450
Pittsburgh Pirates +700
Kansas City Royals +1000
Detroit Tigers +1400
Arizona Diamondbacks +1700
Baltimore Orioles +5500
Boston Red Sox +6000
Chicago Cubs +6000
Miami Marlins +7000
San Francisco Giants +15000
Los Angeles Angels +16000
Minnesota Twins +19000
Chicago White Sox +30000
Texas Rangers +30000
Tampa Bay Rays +50000
Milwaukee Brewers +50000
Cleveland Guardians +50000
Philadelphia Phillies +70000
St. Louis Cardinals +90000
Seattle Mariners +100000
Atlanta Braves +200000
Toronto Blue Jays +200000
San Diego Padres +200000
New York Yankees +200000
New York Mets +250000
Los Angeles Dodgers +250000
Houston Astros +250000