The Los Angeles Dodgers have clinched the 2024 World Series by defeating the New York Yankees in five games. With that excitement behind us, let’s shift our focus to what lies ahead in the baseball world.
As we look forward to the next season, it’s time to explore the initial odds for all 30 teams aiming for the 2025 World Series. Unsurprisingly, some teams are already standing out as favorites, while others lag behind. Here’s a peek into how things are shaping up according to sportsbooks as of October 31st.
2025 World Series Odds: A Sneak Peek
The Dodgers lead the pack with odds of +400, followed by their recent rivals, the Yankees at +700. The Braves aren’t far behind with +750 odds. Meanwhile, teams like the Phillies (+1000) and Orioles (+1100) are also seen as strong contenders. On a different note , squads like the Astros (+1300), Mets (+1400), and Padres (+1500) round out this group of hopefuls.
Fans might wonder if their favorite team has what it takes this year! The Rangers, Mariners, and Guardians all share odds of +2800—indicating a challenging yet possible path ahead. Other teams like Diamondbacks and Twins sit at +3000 odds each.
Further down the list, you’ll find clubs such as Cubs and Red Sox at +3500; Brewers and Royals stand at +4000 each; Blue Jays and Rays both hold odds of +6000 alongside Cardinals and Reds. As we drift further into long-shot territory: Giants come in at +7000; Pirates reach an ambitious +10000; while A’s tie with Nationals at even higher stakes of +15000.
Incredibly enough (or perhaps not so much), Marlins share staggering odds of +25000 alongside Angels—a testament to their uphill battle for success! Finally bringing up rear positions are Rockies along with White Sox—both facing daunting challenges marked by astronomical odds set firmly at an eye-popping figure: yes indeed folks…+40000!
With Shohei Ohtani returning to pitch again in 2025 alongside stars Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts—the Dodgers remain solid favorites early on despite uncertainty surrounding free-agent Juan Soto’s potential return to Bronx Bombers’ lineup next season.
Oddsmakers currently favor Dodgers along with Yankees & Braves heading into ’25 campaign while Phillies/Orioles/Astros/Mets/Padres form second tier contender group—all having made playoffs last year & known staying active during winter months strengthening rosters accordingly!
Meanwhile down bottom rung sits hapless White Sox enduring brutal record-breaking loss total from previous year (121 defeats)—yet these figures could shift dramatically depending upon developments throughout hot stove season unfolding over coming months…
What do you think? Will your team rise or fall?
