As we approach the final stretch of the 2021 MLB season, the race for the World Series title remains wide open. Here are the current betting odds and analysis of key contenders:

Current World Series Odds:

• Los Angeles Dodgers (+300)
• Houston Astros (+575)
• Chicago White Sox (+675)
• Milwaukee Brewers (+1000)
• Tampa Bay Rays (+1100)
• San Diego Padres (+1300)
• New York Yankees (+1400)
• San Francisco Giants (+1400)
• Boston Red Sox (+1800)
• New York Mets (+2000)
• Oakland Athletics (+2200)
• Toronto Blue Jays (+2500)
• Atlanta Braves (+2800)
• Philadelphia Phillies (+3500)
• Cincinnati Reds (+7000)

Top Contenders Analysis:

Los Angeles Dodgers (+300)

• Added Max Scherzer and Trea Turner at trade deadline
• Temporary setbacks with Kershaw and Betts injuries
• Both stars expected back for playoffs
• Remain strong favorites to defend title

Chicago White Sox (+675)

• Strengthened roster with Cesar Hernandez and Craig Kimbrel
• Strong lineup with returning stars Jimenez and Robert
• Cy Young favorite Lance Lynn leads rotation
• Elite bullpen with Kimbrel and Hendriks

San Francisco Giants (+1400)

• MLB's best record but undervalued in odds
• Added Kris Bryant to bolster lineup
• Cy Young candidate Kevin Gausman anchors rotation
• Home field advantage through NL playoffs

Value Picks:

• Oakland Athletics (+2200): Improved with Starling Marte addition
• Cincinnati Reds (+7000): Late-season surge led by MVP candidate Joey Votto

The defending champion Dodgers remain favorites, but several teams offer compelling value at longer odds as we head into the playoff chase.

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