As the 2025 Major League Baseball postseason heats up, excitement builds around potential matchups, including a much-anticipated rematch between the storied Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees. During Saturday’s edition of “MLB on FOX Pregame,” a panel of esteemed analysts made their predictions for the upcoming World Series.
Former pitcher Dontrelle Willis backed the Dodgers, forecasting their victory over the Yankees. Meanwhile, Yankee legend Derek Jeter pinned his hopes on a rematch of the 2009 World Series, predicting that New York would defeat the Chicago Cubs. Jeter noted that the Cubs will need to first overcome the Milwaukee Brewers while keeping an eye on a competitive field.
Alex Rodriguez also placed his bets on the Yankees but highlighted the Philadelphia Phillies as a formidable opponent, envisioning a thrilling showdown. He remarked that this year could mark a breakout October for Aaron Judge, selecting him as the World Series MVP with the Yankees triumphing over the Phillies in six games.
On the other hand, David Ortiz chose the Dodgers to clinch the title, forecasting a series win over the Seattle Mariners. Ortiz acknowledged the strength of the American League, recognizing the Mariners as a challenging contender, but ultimately believes the Dodgers’ experience will shine through.
Though the Dodgers have endured a strong season, they secured the No. 3 seed in the National League and face the Cincinnati Reds in the Wild Card Series before moving on to challenge the 96-win Phillies. The National League playoff landscape also features the Brewers, who topped the league with an impressive 97-win record, facing the Cubs in the Division Series.
In the American League, the Yankees lost the AL East title to the Toronto Blue Jays in a heart-wrenching tiebreaker, setting up their clash in the AL Division Series. Conversely, the Mariners are entering the postseason after winning the AL West for the first time since their historic 116-win season in 2001, looking to make a deep run as they take on the Detroit Tigers.
The postseason is underway, with Game 1 of the Yankees versus Blue Jays currently live on FOX, while the Mariners are set to face the Tigers later tonight.
As the postseason unfolds, baseball enthusiasts are eager to see if these predictions materialize and if a Dodgers-Yankees rematch will revitalize the rivalry that has defined generations of Major League Baseball. The dynamic nature of the playoffs promises thrilling moments and unexpected outcomes, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.