Latest MLB World Series 2021 Betting Odds: Dodgers Lead at +250

Latest MLB World Series 2021 Betting Odds: Dodgers Lead at +250

By Michael Davidson

December 27, 2024 at 04:40 PM

Here's the concise, value-focused rewrite of the 2021 World Series betting odds article:

After one month of MLB action, the betting odds for the 2021 World Series have been updated to reflect early season performance. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of each team's chances:

Top Contenders:

  • Los Angeles Dodgers (+250) - Defending champs remain favorites with hot start
  • New York Yankees (+600) - Struggling early but expect improvement with Luke Voit's return
  • San Diego Padres (+800)
  • New York Mets (+800)

Strong Challengers (+1100 to +2000):

  • Chicago White Sox (+1100)
  • Atlanta Braves (+1200)
  • Oakland Athletics (+1200) - Won 13 straight after 0-6 start
  • Houston Astros (+1600)
  • Toronto Blue Jays (+1800)
  • Minnesota Twins (+2000)
  • Milwaukee Brewers (+2000)
  • Boston Red Sox (+2000) - Leading AL East with strong offense

Mid-Tier Contenders (+2200 to +3000):

  • Tampa Bay Rays (+2200)
  • St. Louis Cardinals (+2500)
  • Cleveland Indians (+3000)
  • Los Angeles Angels (+3000)

Longshots (+3300 to +6600):

  • Philadelphia Phillies (+3300)
  • Cincinnati Reds (+3300)
  • Washington Nationals (+4000)
  • Kansas City Royals (+4500)
  • Chicago Cubs (+5000)
  • Miami Marlins (+5000)
  • San Francisco Giants (+6600)

Non-Contenders (+7500 and higher):

  • Seattle Mariners (+7500)
  • Baltimore Orioles (+15000)
  • Arizona Diamondbacks (+15000)
  • Texas Rangers (+17500)
  • Detroit Tigers (+22500)
  • Colorado Rockies (+25000)
  • Pittsburgh Pirates (+25000)

The defending champion Dodgers remain strong favorites, while several surprise teams like the Red Sox and Athletics have improved their odds with strong starts. Teams like the Yankees and Braves remain dangerous despite slow starts due to their talented rosters.

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