Dodgers Enter 2025 Season as Overwhelming World Series Favorites
With a star-studded roster and unprecedented betting dominance, the Dodgers are poised to defend their title as the MLB season begins.
- The Los Angeles Dodgers lead the 2025 World Series odds at +240, with sportsbooks reporting record futures betting on the team.
- Key players Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts return, solidifying the Dodgers’ reputation as a 'superteam.'
- BetMGM reports that 37.8% of its futures betting handle is on the Dodgers, raising liability concerns for sportsbooks.
- The New York Mets, bolstered by Juan Soto’s record-breaking $765 million contract, rank second in betting interest with 9.4% of the handle.
- Emerging storylines include Mike Trout’s AL Comeback Player of the Year bid and the Athletics’ improved win projections following offseason investments.