The Los Angeles Dodgers lead the 2025 World Series odds at +275, marking the shortest preseason odds in over two decades. Other top contenders include the Atlanta Braves (+750), New York Yankees (+850), Philadelphia Phillies (+1200), and New York Mets (+1200).

Best Value Bet: Texas Rangers (+2000)

The Rangers offer excellent value as defending champions for several key reasons:

1. Strong Pitching Prospects

• Kumar Rocker (1.96 ERA, 55 strikeouts in Minors)
• Jack Leiter (110 strikeouts, Pacific Coast pitcher of the year)
• Jacob deGrom returning from injury (1.69 ERA in limited action)

2. Offensive Firepower

• Corey Seager's impressive stats: .278/.353/.512 in 123 games
• Potential AL MVP candidate if healthy

Historical Context:

• No back-to-back MLB champions since Yankees (late 1990s)
• Recent World Series winners had modest regular season records:
  • 2023 Diamondbacks: 84 wins
  • 2021 Braves: 88 wins

Manager Bruce Bochy's proven track record of winning World Series titles every other year with the Giants makes the Rangers an attractive bet at +2000 odds, especially with their improved roster and pitching depth.

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