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2024 MLB Playoffs: Expert Predictions and Analysis

The 2024 MLB playoffs have reached the league championship series, with four teams vying for a spot in the World Series. Our experts weigh in on who will advance, who will earn MVP honors, and what themes will dominate the conversation.

National League Championship Series: Dodgers vs. Mets

• Dodgers: 8 votes (Tristan Cockcroft, Bradford Doolittle, Alden Gonzalez, Eric Karabell, Tim Kurkjian, Buster Olney, David Schoenfield, Xavier Scruggs)
  • Games: 7 (2), 6 (4), 5 (2)
  • MVP: Shohei Ohtani (5), Mookie Betts (2), Teoscar Hernandez (1)
• Mets: 6 votes (Jorge Castillo, Paul Hembekides, Tim Keown, Kiley McDaniel, Jesse Rogers, Jeff Passan)
  • Games: 7 (4), 6 (2)
  • MVP: Francisco Lindor (2), Sean Manaea (1), Starling Marte (1), Brandon Nimmo (1), Mark Vientos (1)

One Thing We’ll All Be Talking About:

• The Mets’ improbable run to the World Series, including victories over division rivals and NL pennant favorites.
• Dodgers manager Dave Roberts’ decision-making and the pressure he faces to deliver a championship.

American League Championship Series: Yankees vs. Guardians

• Yankees: 12 votes (Jorge Castillo, Tristan Cockcroft, Bradford Doolittle, Alden Gonzalez, Paul Hembekides, Eric Karabell, Tim Keown, Tim Kurkjian, Kiley McDaniel, Jeff Passan, Jesse Rogers, Xavier Scruggs)
  • Games: 7 (5), 6 (6), 5 (1)
  • MVP: Aaron Judge (7), Juan Soto (3), Gerrit Cole (1), Gleyber Torres (1)
• Guardians: 1 vote (David Schoenfield)
  • Games: 7 (1)
  • MVP: Jose Ramirez

One Thing We’ll All Be Talking About:

• The potential Subway Series matchup between the Yankees and Mets.
• Aaron Judge’s performance and whether he can overcome his postseason struggles.

World Series Predictions: Right and Wrong

• Right: David Schoenfield’s prediction of a Dodgers-Guardians World Series.
• Wrong: Various experts’ predictions, including Astros over Phillies, Padres over Yankees, and more.

Expert Analysis:

• “The Mets’ run has been incredible, but I think the Dodgers will ultimately prevail.” – Tristan Cockcroft
• “Aaron Judge needs to step up for the Yankees to make a deep run.” – Bradford Doolittle
• “The Guardians’ bullpen will be a key factor in their success.” – Jeff Passan