78 of the 104 expert predictions we found are picking the Houston Astros to defeat the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2022 World Series.

Scoreboard Page: Phillies in 6. As nice as it would be to see Dusty Baker finally get that World Series title as manager, the Phillies just seem to have the magic this year. Whether it’s the Angels in 2002, the Marlins in 2003 or the Braves in 2021, that kind of otherworldy influence is tough for Baker’s teams to overcome. Here’s another upset pick: Kyle Schwarber gets the MVP he deserved in 2016 when he Willis Reed-ed for the Cubs.

Here’s what the other outlets are saying:

CBS Sports: Astros 2, Phillies 4

ESPN: Astros 12, Phillies 2

USA Today: Astros 6, Phillies 2

MLB.com: Astros 58, Phillies 17