**NL West teams hold strong positioning in the 2026 postseason field, led by the Dodgers as consensus World Series favorites at around +200 following their division title and first-round bye.** The Brewers' MLB-best 103-win NL Central campaign and the AL East's depth—with Rays (98 wins) and Yankees advancing—support elevated probabilities for those divisions. Weaker AL West representation via the .500 Astros caps expectations there, consistent with Other leading at 50%. AL Central and NL East squads face tougher paths against higher-seeded opponents. Playoff matchups beginning October 3, including Dodgers-Braves and Rays-Yankees series, will shape further adjustments as injuries, pitching matchups, and series outcomes unfold.