One week into the 2026 MLB playoffs, ESPN experts share their boldest predictions. Tristan Cockcroft backs Jackson Chourio to win LCS and World Series MVPs, calling it his breakout October. AJ Mass believes the Milwaukee Brewers will trail in every game but still win the franchise's first World Series, coming from behind in each contest.
Eric Karabell predicts a combined no-hitter by Jacob Misiorowski, Abner Uribe, and Trevor Megill in Game 1 of the World Series. Alden Gonzalez sees the San Diego Padres bouncing back at Petco Park, forcing a winner-take-all Game 5 with Mason Miller closing. Finally, a bold take claims the Los Angeles Dodgers won't win another game this postseason, with Walt Weiss' strategy against Chris Sale proving decisive.
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