Not my preferred matchup in the World Series but Yankees vs Dodgers is definitely MLB’s preferred matchup. I will be rooting for the Dodgers.
I think it will be a good series. I will give the Yankees the edge in starting pitching but the Dodgers the edge in relief pitching and hitting.
Gerrit Cole (Yankees ace) is the best pitcher in this series. The Yankees need to win the games he pitches and conversely the Dodgers need to beat him once.
I don’t think the Yankees hit enough to keep up with the Dodgers but their three headed monster of Soto, Judge and Stanton have been coming up with huge home runs late in games. If they keep it up, the Yankees will have a good chance.
I expect the Dodgers offense to score a lot of runs but will their bullpen be able to hold up. The pen has been good but with so few innings coming from starters can they continue to pitch well for another potential 7 games.
The World Series starts Friday. I will post the current standings and open up final submissions for the MLB Playoff pick ‘em challenge tomorrow.
I am looking forward to the World Series but only if the Yankees lose. Haha
Sats for all,
GR