Three days remain in the MLB regular season schedule. Nine of the 14 teams have booked their place in the postseason with five spots up for grabs. But it’s never too early for predictions.
FOX Sports’ Dontrelle “D-Train” Willis and Eric Karros share their thoughts on how the 2026 MLB playoffs will play out.
Eric Karros’ American League
Body: Yankees
“The Yankees are going to roll because of their starter. It’s as good as anybody in the postseason.”
No. 3 Astros vs. No. 6 Guardians
Karros: The Guardians
“Why would the Guardians move forward? Because of their attacks.”
4 Yankees vs. No. 1 Rays
Body: Yankees
“That’s a no-brainer there.”
No. 2 White Sox vs. No. 3 Guardians
Karros: The Guardians
No. 4 Yankees vs. No. 2 Guardians
Body: Yankees
“This is going to be a nightmare in a good way. Both ballclubs are going to have to rely on him. The Yankees have a little bit more. They’re moving on.”
Eric Karros National League
Parents no. 4 vs. Cubs no. 5
Karros: Parents
“The Padres are going to win. Why? Because they’re at home. That’s a game changer.”
No. 3 Braves vs. No. 6 Phillies
Karros: Phillies
“I like that game for the Phillies just because of the start.”
No. 2 Dodgers vs. No. 6 Phillies
Karros: Dodgers
The Dodgers are deeper than anyone.
No. 1 Brewers vs. No. 5 Padres
Body: Brewers
“The brewery will continue because of their pitching, and their just so damn good.”
No. 1 Brewers vs. No. 2 Dodgers
Karros: Dodgers
“Starting pitching for the Brewers, top 2, as good as any. But they’re not as deep as the Dodgers.”
Eric Karros World Series
No. 4 Yankees vs. No. 2 Dodgers
Karros: Dodgers
“The Dodgers are going to win it again.”
Toronto, Ontario, Saturday, November 1, 2025 – The Dodgers celebrate after defeating the Toronto Blue Jays to win the World Series at the Rogers Centre. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
American D-Train League
No. 4 Yankees vs. No. 5 Red Sox
Dontrelle Willis: Yankees
“The base hits at the right time with Ben Rice, but this rotation will carry them.”
No. 3 Astros vs. No. 6 White Sox
Willis: White Sox
“I like the White Sox with (Munetaka) Murakami and (Miguel) Vargas. I also like that three-headed monster with (Colston) Montgomery. That’s going to be a good fit for the Astros, and I think they’re going to be smart and not pitch Yordan Alvarez.”
4 Yankees vs. No. 1 Rays
Willis: Rays
“I think in this situation, the Rays will get past them.
No. 2 Guardians vs. No. 3 White Sox
Willis: The Guardians
Rays no. 1 against Guardians no. 2
Willis: Rays
“The athleticism and (Junior) Caminero will put (the Rays) over the top.”
National D-Train League
Parents no. 4 vs. Cubs no. 5
Willis: Puppies
“I like the Cubs defense and the way they get on base. They run the bases well and PCA is a monster.”
No. 3 Braves vs. No. 6 Phillies
Willis: Brave
“Acuña Jr., that experienced offense, I think they’re going to put pressure on the Phillies offense. And I think they’re going to take it over to be able to advance.”
No. 2 Dodgers vs. No. 6 Phillies
Willis: The Dodgers
“I think the Dodgers rotation and Mookie Betts is on fire, getting Shohei (Ohtani) back in that lineup. They’ll be able to advance.”
No. 1 Brewers vs. No. 5 Cubs
Willis: Brewers
No. 1 Brewers vs. No. 2 Dodgers
Willis: The Dodgers
“The break, 1-4 of that rotation … they’re going to beat the Brewers.”
D-Train World Series
No. 1 Rays vs. No. 2 Dodgers
“Parade to LA again. I think it’s going to be a fun series, but the Dodgers and that rotation is going to overwhelm everybody.”
