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2025 Los Angeles Dodgers Predictions with World Series Odds and Season Win Total Picks

by Ryan Cobbett - 3/17/2025

Los Angeles Dodgers predictions Shohei Ohtani

After finishing the regular season with a 98-64 record, the Los Angeles Dodgers survived in the NLDS against the San Diego Padres, coming back in the series from a 2-1 game deficit as they won the final two games by a combined score of 10-0. They would then advance to the NLCS, where they beat the New York Mets in six games. And then they would officially stamp their mark on the city of New York and the MLB as a whole after destroying the New York Yankees in the World Series, winning the Fall Classic in five games.

Despite not pitching, Shohei Ohtani won his third MVP in four years and his first in the National League and with the Dodgers. He finished second in the league with a 9.2 WAR after finishing the season with 54 homeruns, 130 RBIs, 134 runs, 59 stolen bases, a 1.036 OPS, and seven triples. Behind Ohtani was Mookie Betts, who finished with a 4.8 WAR as he played elite defense and hit 19 homeruns with 75 RBIs. Freddie Freeman finished right on his heels, with a 4.7 WAR after clubbing 22 homeruns and recording 89 RBIs while finishing the season second on the team with a .378 OBP. Teoscar Hernandez rounded out the top half of the lineup, finishing with a 4.3 WAR, as he finished second on the team with 33 homeruns and 99 RBIs. If you aren’t already impressed, Will Smith, Max Muncy, and Miguel Rojas all finished with a 3.0 WAR or better. As a team, they ranked second in runs, third in homeruns, 10th in stolen bases, and first in OPS.

Their rotation was also incredibly deep despite all their injuries. They finished 13th in the league in ERA and eighth in WHIP. Gavin Stone led the team in innings pitched with 140.1, while Tyler Glasnow was the only other Dodgers pitcher to reach the 100-innings mark as he recorded 134 innings. Glasnow led the pitching staff with a 1.9 WAR, as he finished with a 0.95 WHIP and finished with 168 strikeouts. Yoshinobu Yamamoto was impressive in his rookie season, as he finished with a 3.00 ERA over his 90 innings of work. Out of the bullpen, it was Alex Vesia and Blake Treinen as the shut down relievers. Both pitchers finished with a sub-2.00 ERA and combined for a 3.0 WAR.

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Los Angeles Dodgers Key Additions/Losses

The Dodgers lost some key depth pieces this offseason. Jack Flaherty, Walker Buehler, Kevin Kiermaier, Joe Kelly, Connor Brogdon, and Daniel Hudson all hit the free agent market, and the Dodgers later non-tendered pitchers Brent Honeywell and Zach Logue. They also traded Gavin Lux to the Cincinnati Reds, reliever Ryan Brasier to the Chicago Cubs, and catching prospect Diego Cartaya to the Minnesota Twins.

It's hard for any defending World Series team to actually improve the following year, but the Dodgers definitely accomplished that feat. They added former Cy Young winner Blake Snell, the most coveted international player in Roki Sasaki, while also managing to bring back Hernandez, Clayton Kershaw, Treinen, and Kike Hernandez. They also added top international prospect Hyeseong Kim and boosted their depth by signing Michael Conforto, Kirby Yates, and Giovanny Gallegos.

Los Angeles Dodgers Prospect Outlook

Unfortunately for the rest of the league, the Dodgers not only have the best roster, but they also have one of the best farm systems in baseball. They currently have six players ranked in MLB’s Top 100 Prospect rankings. Sasaki is the top prospect in the league and is expected to be worked into the starting rotation to begin the season. Behind Sasaki is catcher/outfielder Dalton Rushing, who is the 30th ranked prospect in the league. Outfielder Josue De Paula is the 40th ranked prospect and is expected to continue to climb the prospect rankings thanks to his potential at the plate. Rounding out the Dodgers top prospects are left hander Jackson Ferris (70th), shortstop Alex Freeland (71st), and outfielder Zyhir Hope (74th).

Los Angeles Dodgers X-Factors

Rotation Health- The Dodgers already have Kershaw out for a while, and last season they had only two of their starters reach the 100-innings mark. That didn’t end up being a limiting factor, as the Dodgers still won the World Series, but they would feel a lot better about their chances if Glasnow, Yamamoto, Dustin May, and Snell stayed healthy. Their rotation depth is once again elite, as the Dodgers could realistically utilize an eight-man rotation when healthy. If healthy, this rotation may be the best we have ever seen.

Trade Deadline- Believe it or not, the Dodgers have the resources to acquire the best available player at the deadline. With a loaded farm system and some tradeable big-league depth pieces, the Dodgers can go and add the best available reliever or another power bat that can fill an outfield spot. They have guys like Bobby Miller and James Outman who still have upside, but they just don’t have room in the rotation or lineup. It will be interesting to see the Dodgers approach, as they already have the best roster in the league, but they have the option of getting even better without totally compromising their future.

Los Angeles Dodgers Expectations

The expectations are for the Dodgers to repeat as World Series champions. Anything else, internally or externally, would be considered a failure. This front office has constructed one of the most complete rosters in MLB history, or even sports history, for that matter. They have utilized every resource available to them and have done an exceptional job. The entire organization is loaded with talent, and the Dodgers should be the class of the league for many years to come.

Los Angeles Dodgers Notable Odds:

Win Total: 104.5

World Series Champions- +250

Pennant Winners- +140

Division Winners- -650

NL MVP- Shohei Ohtani +155

NL MVP- Mookie Betts +1300

NL MVP- Freddie Freeman +3300

NL Cy Young- Blake Snell +800

NL Cy Young- Yoshinobu Yamamoto +1800

NL Cy Young- Tyler Glasnow +3000

NL Cy Young- Shohei Ohtani +5000

NL Rookie of the Year- Roki Sasaki +200

NL Rookie of the Year- Hyeseong Kim +2500

2025 Los Angeles Dodgers Predictions

You could make a lot of money investing in the Dodgers this season. At +250 to win the World Series, you get a somewhat juiced number solely that it’s March and not July or August. Take advantage of this number, because even with some injury prone players, this roster is still the best in the MLB. Ohtani is the best player in baseball, and he will also get back on the mound at some point this season, which further boosts his MVP stock. Even an average year on the mound would all but secure the award, as he may be the best hitter in the league. As for the Cy Young, Snell is a great option, as he has already won one, but Glasnow at +3000 is a serious dark horse candidate. The Dodgers may be smart to run out a six-man rotation consistently and even stretch it out to seven in order to give their starters plenty of rest and avoid injury. With all the star power in that rotation, a healthy Glasnow has the best stuff in the rotation. Sasaki as the NL Cy Young is another intriguing option, as he is going to be slotted in the rotation from day one and will have plenty of opportunity to prove his worth. As for the team’s futures, the Dodgers will defend their World Series title, and they will smash the over on their projected 104.5 win total.

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