ALDS Predictions
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Cleveland Indians vs. New York Yankees
Logic would say the Indians are coming in hot and will annihilate the Yankees, but if Aaron Judge is “back” then these teams might be a little more evenly matched. I’m going to give in to Yankees exceptionalism (and their bullpen) and think they might just pull this off, mostly just to make it interesting.
Yankees in 4
Houston Astros vs. Boston Red Sox
The Red Sox have an unbelievable starting pitching staff. Neither team has been totally consistent this year. But, I hate the Red Sox and I predicted the Astros to go to the World Series, so I’m going with Houston.
Astros in 5
NLDS Predictions
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
The Dodgers season totally reminds me of 2014 A’s (except that melted down way earlier and barely limped into a Wild Card Game). I think the Dodgers ran out of juice and the Diamondbacks can totally win 3 out of 5.
Diamondbacks in 4
Washington Nationals vs. Chicago Cubs
The Cubs are fine and the Nationals are dealing with some lingering injuries. But, it’s the Nats’ year, really!
Nationals in 4
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