The 2024 MLB Postseason Kicks Off with Wild-Card Round
The stage is set for the MLB playoffs, with four best-of-three series taking place at the higher-seeded teams’ home fields. The top division winners in each league – the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, and Cleveland Guardians – will enjoy a brief respite, preparing their rotations for the next round.
For those looking ahead, team odds to win the World Series and postseason MVP honors are available.
**New York Mets at Milwaukee Brewers**
American Family Field, Milwaukee; Game 1, Tuesday, 5:32 p.m. ET
* Game 1 line: Mets +1.5 (-180), Brewers -1.5 (+150)
* Game 1 moneyline: Mets +120, Brewers -145
* Game 1 O/U: 7.5 runs, Over (Even)/Under (-120)
* Series line: Mets (+115), Brewers (-135)
* Series result: Mets sweep (+320), Mets in 3 (+290), Brewers in 3 (+250), Brewers sweep (+190)
Expert Analysis: With Luis Severino available for Game 1, the Mets have a strong chance. However, the Brewers’ home-field advantage gives them the edge, making a three-game series win likely.
**Atlanta Braves at San Diego Padres**
Petco Park, San Diego; Game 1, Tuesday, 8:38 p.m. ET
* Game 1 line: Braves +1.5 (-165), Padres -1.5 (+140)
* Game 1 moneyline: Braves +140, Padres -165
* Game 1 O/U: 6.5 runs, Over (-135)/Under (+115)
* Series line: Braves (+150), Padres (-190)
* Series result: Braves sweep (+400), Braves in 3 (+325), Padres in 3 (+210), Padres sweep (+160)
Expert Analysis: The Padres are heavy favorites, and even without Chris Sale, the Braves face an uphill battle. Expect the Padres to prevail, possibly with a sweep.
**Detroit Tigers at Houston Astros**
Minute Maid Park, Houston; Game 1, Tuesday, 2:32 p.m. ET
* Game 1 line: Tigers +1.5 (-190), Astros -1.5 (+160)
* Game 1 moneyline: Tigers +130, Astros -155
* Game 1 O/U: 6.5 runs, Over (-105)/Under (-115)
* Series line: Tigers (+160), Astros (-190)
* Series result: Tigers sweep (+400), Tigers in 3 (+375), Astros in 3 (+170), Astros sweep (+180)
Expert Analysis: The Astros’ pitching depth gives them a significant advantage. While Tarik Skubal is a strong starter, the Astros are likely to win in three games, with a sweep possible.
**Kansas City Royals at Baltimore Orioles**
Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore; Game 1, Tuesday, 4:08 p.m. ET
* Game 1 line: Royals +1.5 (-165), Orioles -1.5 (+140)
* Game 1 moneyline: Royals (+130), Orioles (-155)
* Game 1 O/U: 6.5 runs, Over (-130)/Under (+110)
* Series line: Royals (+150), Orioles (-180)
* Series result: Royals sweep (+400), Royals in 3 (+325), Orioles in 3 (+190), Orioles sweep (+170)
Expert Analysis: In an upset special, the Royals have a strong chance to take the series in three games. Cole Ragans matches up well against Corbin Burnes, and the Royals are well-suited to Camden Yards’ playing style.
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