The 2025 MLB season kicked off with a thrilling matchup between the Dodgers and Cubs in Japan, setting the stage for what promises to be an exhilarating year in baseball. As the rest of the league gears up for their Opening Day on Thursday, it’s time to delve into bold predictions for the upcoming season and the offseason that follows. Just like every preseason, some predictions will hit the mark, while others may not. This list includes a mix of serious forecasts, bold bets, and lighthearted takes, so let’s dive into the 25 predictions for the 2025 season!
1. The Toronto Blue Jays and star slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finalize a monumental 15-year, $577 million contract just before or shortly after Opening Day.
2. St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol is ejected on Opening Day and goes on to lead the league with eight total ejections, just surpassing Yankees manager Aaron Boone, who faces the boot seven times in 2025.
3. Seattle Mariners pitchers Logan Gilbert, Collin Snider, and Andrés Muñoz team up to achieve the season’s first no-hitter during Gilbert’s third start of the season.
4. Promising prospects Bubba Chandler (Pirates), Jac Caglianone (Royals), and Travis Bazzana (Guardians) are among the first wave promoted to the majors over Memorial Day weekend.
5. Andrew Painter is called up by the Phillies during the first week of June, stepping in due to an injury in the rotation. He impresses with double-digit wins and an ERA just above 3.00, earning a playoff start.
6. In June, the Red Sox elevate right fielder Roman Anthony and shortstop Marcelo Mayer to starting roles, joining fellow prospect Kristian Campbell as Boston clinches the AL East by a narrow margin over the Yankees and Orioles.
7. By the All-Star break, the Rangers lead the American League in home runs, with eight of their nine starting hitters, excluding the catcher, already hitting at least ten home runs.
8. The MLB trade deadline heats up, commencing early during the All-Star break with the White Sox trading center fielder Luis Robert Jr. to the Reds in exchange for shortstops Edwin Arroyo and Tyson Lewis, along with right-hander Luke Hayden.
9. The Padres send Dylan Cease to the Orioles for first baseman Coby Mayo and lefty Cade Povich.
10. The Marlins trade Sandy Alcantara to the Red Sox for right fielder Wilyer Abreu and a package of prospects including righty Luis Perales, infielder Franklin Arias, and righty Juan Valera.
11. The Twins trade the injury-prone Royce Lewis to the Yankees for lefty Henry LaLane, righty Cam Schlittler, and infielder Oswald Peraza.
12. The Diamondbacks promote infielder Jordan Lawlar in August, making him the starting third baseman and shifting Eugenio Suárez to the designated hitter position.
13. The National League division winners will be the Phillies (East), Cubs (Central), and Dodgers (West). The Braves, Mets, and Diamondbacks will claim the three NL wild-card spots, while the Padres, Brewers, and Reds will narrowly miss out.
14. The American League division winners will consist of the Red Sox (East), Royals (Central), and Rangers (West), with the Yankees, Orioles, and Astros making the playoffs as wild-card teams. The Mariners will fall short by just one game due to ongoing offensive struggles.
15. The Dodgers and Rangers will clash in the World Series, with the Dodgers emerging victorious as back-to-back champions.
16. Following another disappointing season, the Blue Jays part ways with general manager Ross Atkins and manager John Schneider.
17. Pete Alonso opts out of his contract with the Mets after the season but swiftly re-signs on a three-year, $100 million deal, including a mutual option for a fourth year.
18. After a standout season with the Cubs, Kyle Tucker inks a staggering 14-year, $604 million contract with the Phillies, featuring significant deferrals.
19. Pitcher Michael King signs a five-year, $182 million deal with the Orioles.
20. Bo Bichette secures a five-year, $147 million contract to play third base for the Yankees.
21. Bobby Witt Jr. and Shohei Ohtani are named MVPs in their respective leagues. Witt leads the Royals to an AL Central title, while Ohtani captures a fourth MVP award, leading the Dodgers to their second consecutive championship.
22. Pitchers Zack Wheeler and Garrett Crochet are honored as Cy Young Award winners in their respective leagues.
23. Jackson Jobe of the Tigers wins the AL Rookie of the Year Award with an impressive record of 12 wins and a 2.89 ERA, narrowly edging out Jasson Domínguez of the Yankees.
24. Dylan Crews of the Nationals claims the NL Rookie of the Year title after posting impressive stats: 20 home runs, 20 stolen bases, and Gold Glove-caliber defense in right field.
25. Sandy Alcantara and Shane McClanahan are recognized as Comeback Players of the Year after strong returns from Tommy John surgery, finishing in the top ten for the Cy Young Award.
As we eagerly anticipate the unfolding drama of the 2025 MLB season, these predictions offer a glimpse into the excitement and unpredictability that baseball fans cherish. What are your thoughts on these forecasts? Share your own predictions in the comments below!
