FanGraphs has the two-time defending champion Dodgers as the World Series favorites, which seems fair. But at more than double the odds of the next team? Hmmm.
On one side is Astros slugger -- and Triple Crown threat -- Yordan Alvarez, who has mashed his way to the top of the AL MVP race. On the other is speedy Rays contact hitter Chandler Simpson ... and his .691 OPS.
The Pirates are making a frantic push to reach the playoffs, and some innovative fans are hoping a cult classic starring Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels could motivate the Bucs.
Watch the Subway Series on MLB Network Showcase presented by CarShield with Francisco Lindor and the Mets in the Bronx to face Aaron Judge and the Yankees at 1:30 p.m. ET (or Rockies vs. Tigers at 1 p.m.).
Following the MLB Network Showcase, watch the conclusion of Royals-Red Sox. Then, catch White Sox vs. Cardinals at 7 p.m. ET followed by the conclusion of Mariners-A’s at 10.
