The MLB season is just a few weeks away. With all of the moves made by teams this offseason, there are a lot of questions heading into the season. Will the Astros, Dodgers and Yankees maintain their status as the best teams? Will the Phillies, Mariners and Rays keep their momentum going? Will the Cubs, Angels and Rangers rebound? The upcoming season should provide us with plenty of answers.
The MLB season is upon us, and with all of the offseason moves, teams are looking to make a statement this season. BetMGM has released the over/unders for each team’s projected wins, giving bettors an idea of how teams are expected to fare. The Houston Astros, Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees lead the pack with 96.5 wins apiece, while the Baltimore Orioles have the lowest projection with 77.5 wins.
The Astros, Dodgers and Yankees have all been perennial contenders in recent years, and their high preseason win totals reflect that. The Yankees have made some big moves in the offseason, signing Carlos Rodon and retaining Aaron Judge. The Dodgers have lost some key pieces, but they still have a deep roster. The Astros are the reigning World Series champions, and they have added Jose Abreu to a loaded lineup.
The Orioles were a surprise team last season, winning 83 games and nearly making the playoffs. They have added Kyle Gibson, Cole Irvin and Adam Frazier in the offseason, but oddsmakers are not expecting a big jump in wins. Meanwhile, the Cubs had an active offseason, adding Dansby Swanson, Cody Bellinger, Jameson Taillon and Trey Mancini. Will all of these moves result in a return to the playoffs?
The AL East is expected to be a two-team race between the Yankees and Rays. The Phillies and Mets, who met in the NLCS last season, are expected to battle it out in the NL East. Meanwhile, the White Sox and Guardians are the co-favorites to win the AL Central, while the Braves and Mets are the co-favorites to win the NL East.
The MLB season should provide plenty of excitement for bettors. With the NFL season over, it’s time to look toward baseball for our action. With preseason win totals out, now is the time to make your bets. Who do you think will exceed expectations and who will fall short? The answers will be revealed soon.
