47 out of 71 expert picks we found like the Los Angeles Dodgers over the Houston Astros in the 2017 World Series. No matter who wins, it’s going to end another drought. Sure, it’s not 108 years like the Chicago Cubs last year, but waiting since 1988 or forever (okay, 1962) is still a long time. For those of us who are older, it brings back memories of a time when the Dodgers and Astros were division rivals in the NL West. Now they aren’t even in the same league. But are they on the field? Despite the lopsided predictions below, signs point to yes. This might be more competitive than some expect.
Scoreboard Page: Astros in 5. Going against the grain, we’re picking a stunner – like when the Dodgers last won 29 years ago. L.A.’s unstoppable bullpen takes a hit early in the series – after barely giving up a hit to the Cubs – leading to a shift in confidence and momentum that Houston takes advantage of. The Astros make Sports Illustrated a prophet, fulfilling the destiny laid out for them in 2014.
Here’s how the picks of experts at other media outlets broke down:
CBS Sports: Dodgers 6, Astros 0
Sports Illustrated: Dodgers 8, Astros 1
USA Today: Dodgers 4, Astros 2
SBNation’s Talking Chop: Dodgers 4, Astros 5
Click the links above for their full predictions.