Reporter Andy McCullough handicaps the National League division series between the Dodgers and Washington Nationals:
PROJECTED LINEUPS
DODGERS
2B, Chase Utley, .252, 14 HR, 52 RBIs. – Elder statesman regarded as backbone of club.
SS, Corey Seager, .308, 26 HR, 72 RBIs – Candidate for most valuable player, lock for rookie of the year.
3B, Justin Turner, .275, 27 HR, 90 RBIs – Most reliable source of right-handed powers.
1B, Adrian Gonzalez, .285, 18 HR, 90 RBIs – Even in decline, a valuable offensive contributor.