Major League Baseball is getting closer and closer to starting the 2020 baseball season. With the MLB eliminating over 100 games due to the COVID-19 pandemic, every game is an important game this season. Any team could go on a run in the regular season, and all of a sudden it could put them at a good position in the playoffs. So with no further ado here are my top five teams that could win the World Series this year.
Houston Astros
I know, the Houston Astros are the most hated team in the MLB and possibly the world. They are going to feel attacked at every single game they play, whether it’s getting hit by a pitch, getting in fights with the players, and more. As they can no longer cheat anymore, it doesn’t mean you can’t count them out. They are going to use this season as fuel to win the World Series. And with star players with Jose Altuve, Carlos Correa, and Alex Springer returning and solid pitching, the Astros roster still looks really strong. Don’t be surprised if you see this team back in the postseason making a run at the title.
New York Yankees
The New York Yankees are considered a favorite in the American League. The Yankees have a strong batting lineup and pitching rotation that could make them for scary to play against. With strong power hitters like Aaron Judge, Gary Sanchez, and Giancarlo Stanton returning in the lineup, and newly acquired pitcher Gerrit Cole in the pitching rotation, don’t be surprised if you see this team in the World Series. I am not a fan of the Yankees, but if I were to pick a contender in the American League, I’m definitely going with the Yankees.
Los Angeles Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers made one of the biggest acquisitions in the off season by acquiring 2018 AL MVP Mookie Betts from the Boston Red Sox. With Mookie Betts possibly only playing one season with the Dodgers, it makes the Dodgers one of the scariest threats in the MLB this season. With the Dodgers having a rising stars in Cody Bellinger and Job Pederson, you could see a lot of players having a high batting average this season. As Clayton Kershaw will once again be the star pitcher for the Dodgers, he could be in for an amazing pitching season that can finally take the Dodgers off the hump and win the World Series.
Milwaukee Brewers
The Milwaukee Brewers were defeated by the Washington Nationals last season in the NL Wild Card and will be looking for revenge this season. With star player Christian Yelich leading the way, the Milwaukee Brewers could be the dark horse team that could shock a lot of people this season. Don’t forget that two years ago, this team was one game away from reaching the World Series, they could be in this position again this year.
Boston Red Sox
They may have lost players in David Price, Mookie Betts, and Chris Sale this season, but don’t count this team out! The Boston Red Sox have a solid lineup returning, and they are one of those teams that can go on a hot winning streak. With a shorten season, the Red Sox could make a run at the World Series title this season. The Red Sox have won titles in years we were not expecting them too. Like 2013, the season before they were absolutely terrible then the next year after the Red Sox won the title. They have poor pitching this season, but their solid lineup and defensive outfield could make up the slack.
To Wrap it up
If I were to pick a favorite to win the World Series, I would definitely say the Dodgers. They have lots of talent and as long as they stay healthy and don’t choke, I don’t see anyone beating them.
There will be baseball played this week! I can’t wait!
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