"The Dodgers look to further cement their dynasty by becoming the first repeat World Series champions since 2000, while the Yankees will try to go on another October run to return to the Fall Classic. The powerhouse Phillies will look to capitalize on their contention window to win their first title since 2008 -- and don't forget about the Brewers, Blue Jays and Mariners, who all also hold first-round byes and hope to make deep runs."
"It's really not any more complicated than taking the coldest team in September and projecting a run. Perhaps it lasts one series, but when you can nearly count on at least one win behind Tarik Skubal, I'll take my chances with the Tigers. Yes, the Guardians beat him twice in the final weeks -- all the more reason to bet on him this time. If any team can point to a restart in the playoffs as an energy lift, it's Detroit."
The 2025 MLB playoffs begin Tuesday with 12 teams competing for the World Series. The Dodgers aim to become the first repeat champions since 2000. The Yankees seek another October run to return to the Fall Classic. The Phillies aim to convert their contention window into a first title since 2008. Brewers, Blue Jays and Mariners each hold first-round byes and hope for deep postseason runs. The postseason lacks a single dominant superteam, which boosts wild-card upset potential. Predictions cover wild-card winners, division series, league championship series and the eventual World Series champion.
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