The 2024 MLB season is going to be full of excitement and surprises, according to a recent simulation study. A total of 100,000 simulations were conducted, and the results showed that the Astros and Dodgers will face off in a World Series matchup. The West Coast teams dominated the playoffs, with the AL and NL both featuring strong top teams.
In the AL, the AL East was projected to be a tight race between several top teams, with no clear front-runner emerging. The AL Central had a clear front-runner, while the AL West also had a clear leader. However, the other teams in each division were not expected to perform as well as their top contenders.
The NL projections showed that the NL East had a clear front-runner, with several other strong teams also competing for playoff spots. The NL Central and NL West both featured strong top teams as well, making for exciting matchups throughout the season. In both leagues, the top-seeded teams faced off against Wild Card entries in thrilling playoff series.
Ultimately, the model predicted that the Dodgers would emerge victorious in a World Series matchup against the Astros. Both teams showed strong performances throughout the season, setting up an exciting finale to what promises to be a memorable 2024 MLB season.