As we transition from the excitement of Opening Day into the day-to-day grind of April, the twists and turns of the 2025 MLB season have started coming into focus. What becomes immediately clear is the dominance of the Los Angeles Dodgers, which is in line with many expectations and perhaps the anxiety of other teams. The Dodgers appear as formidable as ever, losing just a single game at the start of the season.
Such early performance often sets the tone for determining the likely trajectory of the teams as they navigate the 162-game long journey of the season. Hence, to get a sense of how the entire league is stacking up and predict the potential victor to clinch the World Series trophy, many turn to the odds set by the betting markets.
The Miami Marlins, known for their unpredictable game dynamics, have current odds to win the World Series at +50000, on par with the Colorado Rockies and the Chicago White Sox. These teams, although not a favorite, always have the potential to cause an upset.
Taking a leap forward in the odds are the Washington Nationals and the Oakland Athletics, both standing at +25000, sharing their standing with the Los Angeles Angels. Despite differences in their gameplay, their chances to clinch the World Series title, as determined by the betting market, are equal.
In the middle of the pack, the Pittsburgh Pirates have been flagged with odds of +15000. Meanwhile, the Arizona Cardinals have better odds placed at +10000 – a testament to their unpredictable gameplay and potential to surprise.
From the West Coast, the San Francisco Giants are currently running with odds +8000. The Toronto Blue Jays, Milwaukee Brewers, and Cincinnati Reds, all well-regarded teams, find themselves at similar odds of +6600 in the betting market. These teams are seen as having capable squads with a good mix of experienced and rookie players.
The Tampa Bay Rays come next with odds at +5000, followed by the Kansas City Royals and the Cleveland Guardians, both well-positioned at +4000. The Twins from Minnesota and the Detroit Tigers are seen with a slightly higher chance, with their odds set at +3000.
Advancing to the odds of +2500, we find the Seattle Mariners, the Chicago Cubs, and the Arizona Diamondbacks. These teams, bolstered by their strong pitching and batting lineup, are expected to put up a tough fight.
Further up the odds ladder are the San Diego Padres at +2200 and the Texas Rangers, the Houston Astros, and the legendary Boston Red Sox, each at +2000. Holding a slightly better chance to clinch the title are the Baltimore Orioles at +1600.
The New York Mets and Atlanta Braves, each a household name with a rich history and fan base, are next on the list with a slight lead over their counterparts, placed at odds of +1200.
Tailing closely is Philadelphia’s pride, the Phillies, with current winning odds at +1100. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees, ‘Bronx Bombers’, have significantly better odds at winning, standing at +800.
Finally, at the pinnacle of the betting odds are the Los Angeles Dodgers, set at +230. This position, reflecting their strong start of the season and consistent performance, makes them appear virtually unbeatable.
However, as the season progresses, these odds will change. Despite the Dodgers’ strong start, they will have to maintain their edge, as the marathon that is baseball gives all teams ample opportunities for stunning comebacks and surprise victories.