Oddsshark MLB Consensus: Astros, Braves, Dodgers favored to reach World Series
Houston Astros (+400)
The Astros are the reigning World Series champions and have one of the most talented rosters in baseball. They have a deep and experienced pitching staff led by Justin Verlander, Framber Valdez, and Cristian Javier. Their offense is also one of the best in the league, with Jose Altuve, Yordan Alvarez, and Alex Bregman leading the way.
The Astros have a relatively easy schedule down the stretch, so they should be able to maintain their lead in the AL West. They are also well-positioned for the playoffs, as they have a first-round bye and will only have to face one of the two wild-card teams in the Division Series.
Atlanta Braves (+450)
The Braves are the defending NL East champions and have one of the best young teams in baseball. They have a strong rotation led by Max Fried, Spencer Strider, and Kyle Wright. Their offense is also very good, with Ronald Acuna Jr., Ozzie Albies, and Matt Olson leading the way.
The Braves have a tough schedule down the stretch, but they should be able to hold onto their lead in the NL East. They are also well-positioned for the playoffs, as they have a first-round bye and will only have to face one of the two wild-card teams in the Division Series.
Los Angeles Dodgers (+500)
The Dodgers are the most successful team in baseball over the past decade, and they are once again one of the favorites to win the World Series. They have a deep and talented roster, led by Mookie Betts,Freddie Freeman, and Julio Urias. They also have one of the best bullpens in baseball, led by Craig Kimbrel and Evan Phillips.
The Dodgers have a tough schedule down the stretch, but they should be able to win the NL West. They are also well-positioned for the playoffs, as they have a first-round bye and will only have to face one of the two wild-card teams in the Division Series.
Other Contenders
In addition to the Astros, Braves, and Dodgers, there are several other teams that are considered to be contenders for the World Series. These include the New York Yankees, Toronto Blue Jays, and the St. Louis Cardinals.
The Yankees have one of the best offenses in baseball, led by Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Anthony Rizzo. They also have a solid pitching staff, led by Gerrit Cole and Nestor Cortes.
The Blue Jays have a young and talented team, led by Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Bo Bichette, and Alek Manoah. They have a lot of upside, but they also have some question marks in their rotation and bullpen.
The Cardinals have a well-rounded team, with a strong offense, pitching staff, and defense. They are always a threat to win the World Series, but they will need to stay healthy and play their best baseball in the playoffs.
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