2025 MLB Division Winners Betting Trends: Tight in the AL and NL West
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With the 2025 MLB regular season heading into its final stretch, the division races are shaping up as both competitive battles on the field and intriguing markets at the sportsbook window. BetMGM’s latest division odds highlight clear frontrunners in some races—like the Tigers and Brewers—while others, such as the AL West and NL West, remain wide open with multiple contenders drawing significant action.
From public darlings like the Red Sox and Padres to sharp-backed favorites like the Phillies and Dodgers, the betting splits tell the story of where both money and liability are stacking up.
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AL East: Blue Jays Lead, Red Sox Draw Bets
The Toronto Blue Jays (-250) are heavy favorites to win the AL East as they sit atop the standings at 77–56. The Boston Red Sox (73–60) and New York Yankees (73–60) remain in the hunt, though both trail by four games.
- Highest Ticket %: Red Sox 41.0%
- Highest Handle %: Yankees 34.6%
- Biggest Liability: Red Sox
While Toronto controls the division, betting markets remain bullish on Boston’s upset potential, creating liability for sportsbooks.
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AL Central: Tigers in Command
The Detroit Tigers (-10000) have a stranglehold on the AL Central with a 78–56 record and a +92 run differential. The Cleveland Guardians (66–66) are 11 back, and the Kansas City Royals (68–65) trail by 9.5 games.
- Highest Ticket %: Guardians 29.2%
- Highest Handle %: Guardians 31.3%
- Biggest Liability: Chicago White Sox
Cleveland is getting sharp interest, but this looks like Detroit’s division to lose.
AL West: Tight Battle Behind Astros
The Houston Astros (-185) lead the division at 72–60, but the Seattle Mariners (71–62) are close behind at just 1.5 games back.
- Highest Ticket %: Texas Rangers 29.9%
- Highest Handle %: Mariners 33.3%
- Biggest Liability: Los Angeles Angels
Seattle’s betting support suggests the public sees this race as far from over.
NL East: Phillies Favored, Mets Lurking
The Philadelphia Phillies (-650) are firm favorites with a 76–56 record, supported by the league’s top handle share. The New York Mets (71–61) trail by five games.
- Highest Ticket %: Phillies 28.9%
- Highest Handle %: Phillies 52.4%
- Biggest Liability: Miami Marlins
Philadelphia’s combo of wins and betting dominance cements them as a safe favorite.
NL Central: Brewers on Lock
The Milwaukee Brewers (-700) boast an impressive 83–50 record and the best run differential in baseball (+162). Milwaukee has built a 6.5-game lead over the second-place Chicago Cubs.
- Highest Ticket %: Reds 35.9%
- Highest Handle %: Cubs 38.7%
- Biggest Liability: Cincinnati Reds
The Brewers’ dominance makes them a near-lock, but liability is stacked on the Reds’ longshot tickets.
NL West: Dodgers Still the Benchmark
The Los Angeles Dodgers (-220) sit at 76–57, leading the division, while the San Diego Padres (75–58) remain just one game behind.
- Highest Ticket %: Padres 29.8%
- Highest Handle %: Dodgers 53.2%
- Biggest Liability: Colorado Rockies
Los Angeles is the betting favorite, but San Diego’s strong ticket action ensures this division remains volatile.
MLB Division Winners Trends Final Takeaway
BetMGM’s division betting markets reflect both clear frontrunners and volatile chases. The Tigers and Brewers are locks, while the AL West and NL West races remain wide open. Sportsbooks carry heavy liability on public underdogs like the Red Sox, Reds, and Rockies, but sharp bettors continue leaning toward proven winners.
