2026 MLB playoff predictions: Expert picks for every League Division Series
CBS Sports experts have provided their predictions for the 2026 MLB League Division Series, highlighting matchups between the Yankees, Rays, White Sox, Guardians, Padres, Brewers, Braves, and Dodgers. Analysts are divided on the outcomes, particularly regarding the White Sox vs. Guardians series.
Why it matters
Sports forecasting and expert analysis drive fan engagement and betting markets during major professional league playoffs.
The 2026 MLB playoffs are down to eight teams, and the four teams that earned byes are ready to join the fun. The League Division Series kick off on Saturday with Yankees vs. Rays, White Sox vs. Guardians, Padres vs. Brewers and Braves vs. Dodgers.
As such, your CBS Sports MLB experts are here to predict how each of the best-of-five series will go.
Below are picks from our MLB writers for every League Division Series, plus odds for each series from DraftKings .
(Series odds: White Sox +120, Guardians -140)
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