Why the Houston Astros Should Be the Favorites to Win the World Series

The Houston Astros won the World Series in 2017. They have come in first place in the American League West in five of the last six seasons. This year they won 105 games and are second in their division by 16 games. The Astros have one of best rotations in baseball and their path to a title is easier than their NL counterpart from Los Angeles.

The Houston Astros have a strong starting rotation. Justin Verlander, Lance McCullers Jr. and Christian Javier are the key players. The team has six trustworthy arms and at least four high level starters. Houston is the favorite to win the World Series. They have the luxury of having Christian Jardel and Framber Valdez. Luis Garcia and Jose Urquidy can be effective. Houston has the experience of starting in playoff games. It's a good team.

The playoff bracket has been announced. Houston will play the winner of Toronto and Seattle. The Astros have the better roster and more playoff experience. They will face the Yankees in a rematch of the controversial trash can series. In the National League, the Dodgers will take on the New York Mets. If the Mets lose, they will probably face either the Cardinals or the Braves. The Cardinals are the defending champions. Braves won the division. Dodgers lost the season. San Diego is a team with star power.