The 2025 MLB postseason is finally here, kicking off with the Wild Card Series set to start this Tuesday. Baseball fans, brace yourselves for an exhilarating ride as the race to crown the World Series champion begins.
The playoff field is locked in, and the battle for glory is about to commence. In the Wild Card Series, four intense best-of-three matchups will unfold, leading to the League Division Series. The top two teams from each league will join the action after earning a first-round bye.
From the Division Series, the victorious teams will advance to the high-stakes League Championship Series, culminating in the epic showdown of the best-of-seven World Series. By November 1, a new World Series champion will be crowned, with celebrations already being planned.
Here’s a glance at how the playoffs are shaping up:
Wild Card Series:
– No. 3 Dodgers vs. No. 6 Reds
– No. 4 Cubs vs. No. 5 Padres
The CBS Sports MLB experts have weighed in with their predictions for the 2025 postseason. Here are some of their picks:
**R.J. Anderson’s Bracket**
**World Series pick:** Dodgers over Yankees
**Explanation:** Expect some upsets, with the Tigers potentially surprising the Guardians and the Padres causing a stir against the Cubs. The Dodgers’ strength lies in their pitching, especially with a healthy rotation that could lead them to victory.
As the excitement builds and the teams gear up for the playoffs, stay tuned for more updates, surprises, and heart-stopping moments in the quest for baseball’s ultimate prize. The 2025 MLB postseason promises to be a wild ride, so buckle up and get ready for the action!
