MLB Quarter-Season Upset: Royals and Padres Defy Odds, Yankees Lead Pack
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As the MLB season hits the quarter mark, the Miami Marlins, Colorado Rockies, and Chicago White Sox have the lowest playoff chances and are anticipated to be trade deadline sellers.
Several teams including the Giants, Blue Jays, Mets, and Astros with high payrolls are underperforming, just managing to stay around a .500 win-loss record.
The Kansas City Royals and San Diego Padres are exceeding expectations, while the Cleveland Guardians and Texas Rangers show potential for playoff contention.
The Milwaukee Brewers and Seattle Mariners are seen as likely playoff candidates, even with some projections showing them lower odds.
The Baltimore Orioles, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, Atlanta Braves, and Los Angeles Dodgers stand out as almost certain for the postseason, with strong records backing their projections.
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Playoff Chances for Each MLB Team at 2024 Season's Quarter Mark