Baseball Handicapping Articles

2026 Baltimore Orioles Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/11/2026

After a dominant stretch as a playoff caliber squad, the Baltimore Orioles dropped all the way to the basement in the AL East last season. A worst-to-first season would be led by the addition of Pete Alonso and a rotation that would be stabilized by the ever-consistent Kyle Bradish. Depth won’t be an issue for Baltimore. However, the key to their success is the emergence of some new names on their roster, stability from the rotation, and an emerging or acquired star to further elevate the lineup.

2026 Kansas City Royals Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/10/2026

Heading into the new campaign, the Kansas City Royals need to come together as a team in order to give Detroit a run for their money in the division. Their core of Bobby Witt Jr, Vinnie Pasquantino, and Salvador Perez has to produce at an elite level if this lineup is to work. The health of Cole Ragans is also vital for the success of the Kansas City season.

2026 Minnesota Twins Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/10/2026

Minnesota is in the early stages of a rebuild heading into the new season. They have a new manager in Derek Shelton leading the bench this year as they try and establish a new identity. The Twins are already faced with big time injuries, as Pablo Lopez will miss the entire season, leaving a huge hole in the starting rotation. Lopez’s injury is incredibly ironic for a team that is full of injury prone talent like Joe Ryan, Royce Lewis, and Byron Buxton.

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by Doc's Sports - 3/9/2026

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2026 Detroit Tigers Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/4/2026

After succumbing to the strength of the Seattle Mariners in the ALDS last season, there are a lot of questions surrounding the Detroit Tigers as they try and maintain their winning ways and compete for the World Series. They have now pieced together a starting rotation that can compete with the Mariners and Dodgers, but the question remains whether or not they will get enough run support to truly reach that elite level.

2026 Cleveland Guardians Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/4/2026

After winning the AL Central Division last season, this season is filled with questions for the Cleveland Guardians. Cleveland is no longer considered a powerhouse in the AL Central thanks to the emergence of Detroit and Kansas City. Help is on the way for the Guardians with the expected impact of Chase DeLauter, if he can stay healthy. Travis Bazzana is also a variable capable of swinging the momentum for the campaign ahead. The outfield is much weaker and has a lot of question marks around Steven Kwan, while the bullpen will now have to appoint a new closer to replace their previous anchor.

2026 Chicago White Sox Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 3/2/2026

The White Sox burst on the international scene during the offseason when they surprised everyone by signing Munetaka Murakami. His presence will immediately replace Luis Roberts Jr’s bat in the lineup and may even be an improvement. Kyle Teel is expected to lead the way behind the plate, adding even more pop to the lineup. Unfortunately for White Sox fans, the biggest storyline ahead of this season is how far along they can progress in their rebuild.

2026 Texas Rangers Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 2/20/2026

With a new bench leader, the Texas Rangers will look to return to the playoffs again this season. Skip Schumaker will look to lead a veteran pitching staff that has the potential to rival some of the best rotations in the league. The lineup will also look different now that Marcus Semien has been shipped to New York, and Brandon Nimmo is taking residence in the Rangers outfield.

2026 Seattle Mariners Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 2/18/2026

Seattle is coming off one of the most important seasons in franchise history. They secured their first AL West division title in 24 years, and they are primed to defend that title and compete for a World Series berth. Cal Raleigh is coming off one of the best seasons in franchise history, and his bat will be heavily relied on again this season. If Seattle can get consistency from Julio Rodriguez, that will alleviate pressure on Raleigh, as Rodriguez has flashed that MVP-caliber skillset.

2026 Los Angeles Angels Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 2/17/2026

A lot has changed around the Los Angeles Angels camp since we last saw them on the field. Kurt Suzuki will begin his managerial career as the leading bench coach for the Angels, and he is faced with a number of questions to start the season. The biggest storyline to watch as we near the new season is whether or not Mike Trout can stay healthy. The star outfielder has had an injury plagued career, and the sport is better when he is on the field, so we will see if the move back to center field is met with more injury concerns.

2026 Houston Astros Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 2/16/2026

The Houston Astros will enter the 2026 season with one thing on their mind, returning to the playoffs. They missed out entirely last season, thanks to the emergence of the Seattle Mariners, and have not won a playoff game since 2023. Another big reason for missing out was the health of their star bat, Yordan Alvarez, who played in just 48 games. The pitching staff has completely redone heading into the new season, and the Astros are ready for a full year with their old friend Carlos Correa.

2026 MLB Athletics Predictions with Odds to Win World Series and Futures Picks
by Ryan Cobbett - 2/16/2026

Last season was not kind to the Athletics. Not only did they have to endure a season at a minor league complex, but they also finished 10 games under .500. Their 76-86 record was good enough for a fourth-place finish in the AL West, ahead of the Los Angeles Angels. The ball was flying at their home park, but they did not have the offensive prowess to endure high-scoring games. The Athletics posted a mere 36-45 home record last season.

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by Docsports.com - 1/5/2026

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6 MLB Coaches Who Were Better Players Than Skippers
by Jeremy Block - 10/21/2025

Some players just have that “it” factor on the field. You know, the kind that makes you think, “Yeah, this person just has it.” Then, they hang up their cleats, grab a whistle, and step into the coaching world. For some, the transition is smooth, with no bumps in the road. For others? Well, let’s just say their coaching careers didn’t exactly live up to their playing days.

65 MLB Financial Statistics for 2025
by Docsports.com - 10/17/2025

A new report by Doc’s Sports explores Major League Baseball’s financial landscape—from league revenue and franchise valuations to payroll trends, media rights, and long-term growth. MLB now generates more than $12 billion annually, reaffirming its position as one of the highest-grossing professional sports leagues in the world.

Five MLB Players Who Went from MVP Talks to Out of the League
by Jeremy Block - 9/30/2025

It's always wild to see a player go from potential MVP to "where are they now?"—especially when they fade into oblivion faster than a one-hit wonder. We’re talking about players who, at one point, were the face of their team, maybe even the league.

MLB Prospects Who Were Hyped as the Next Big Thing and Flopped
by Jeremy Block - 9/29/2025

Every year, baseball fans fall in love with a new batch of prospects. From cannon-like arms to power hitters, the MLB draft is filled with hopes, dreams, and the undeniable belief that the next big star is just around the corner.

Best Bets for Teams to Make the MLB Playoffs: Yes or No Props
by Mike Allen - 9/25/2025

The 2025 MLB Playoffs always sneak up on you, right? We’re worried about football, and getting the kids back to school…and football. I guess it's mostly because there is such a long season that eventually our 21st-century ADD brains just forget about it until it's in our face again like a Randy Johnson heater. Or how 'bout a Paul Skenes fastball?

5 Underperforming MLB Pitchers who Dominated in the Postseason
by Jeremy Block - 9/11/2025

Postseason baseball can be a totally different game. All year, a pitcher can struggle, look like they’ve forgotten how to throw a strike, and give up more home runs than you can count on one hand. Then, when the calendar flips to October, they somehow transform into a postseason fiend, making batters look like amateurs. It's like a light bulb flickers on, and suddenly they become unhittable.

Six MLB One Season Wonders Who Fell Off Fast
by Jeremy Block - 9/3/2025

Baseball is full of players who lit up the stat sheet for one oddly standout season, then vanished like they owed the league money and skipped town. For every player with a long, solid career, there’s someone who showed out for one season and then quickly faded. One year they’re an All-Star; the next, they’re out of the majors altogether.