The MLB World Series MVP odds are always a thrill as October baseball reaches its crescendo. With elite names on both sides of the diamond and momentum building toward the Fall Classic, bettors have a few clear-cut favorites and a handful of intriguing value plays to consider as the 2025 World Series continues.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is the steady favorite to win the World Series MVP heading into Game 6. Behind him on the odds board are Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Alejandro Kirk.
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Who Will Win World Series MVP?
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (Toronto Blue Jays) | -195 |
| Shohei Ohtani (Los Angeles Dodgers) | +270 |
| Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Los Angeles Dodgers) | +1200 |
| Alejandro Kirk (Toronto Blue Jays) | +2200 |
| Addison Barger (Toronto Blue Jays) | +3000 |
| Trey Yesavage (Toronto Blue Jays) | +6000 |
World Series MVP Odds: The Favorites
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (Toronto Blue Jays), -195
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been mega consistent in these playoffs. Through 16 playoff games, he’s batting .415 with a 1.337 OPS, eight home runs, 15 RBIs, and just five strikeouts. In the World Series alone, he’s 8-for-22 with two homers and six singles. His blend of power, patience, and precision at the plate has carried Toronto’s offense, and if the Blue Jays finish the job, Guerrero is the only candidate to bring home the hardware. I see some pundits suggesting other unsung heroes (Trey Yesavage/Addison Barger) should secure the award, and I'm not on board. It's Vladdy all the way.
Shohei Ohtani (Los Angeles Dodgers), +270
If the Dodgers mount a comeback, it'll be off the back of Ohtani. The two-way phenom has gone dark for the Dodgers offense lately, though. He started with a bang, swatting three homers and driving in five runs through Games 1-3. Since then, Ohtani is 0-for-7 with three strikeouts. I expect him to have a big day in Game 6 on Friday, so play him now at +270 if you think L.A. has a chance to win in seven games.
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World Series MVP Odds: Name To Watch
Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Los Angeles Dodgers), +1200
Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been electric when it matters most. The Dodgers ace has delivered back-to-back complete games, throwing 18 innings with just seven hits, two earned runs, one walk, and 15 strikeouts — good for a sparkling 1.00 ERA this postseason. His most recent start, a nine-inning gem against the Blue Jays (one earned run, eight strikeouts, no walks), showcased both precision and endurance.
If Yamamoto follows that with another strong World Series performance — even a six-inning, two-run outing — he’s got a clear path to MVP honors, assuming the Dodgers win. It’s rare for pitchers to claim the award without volume, but Yamamoto’s dominance has been so emphatic that another efficient start could lock it up. At +1200, he’s the premier value pick on the board and a serious threat to overtake Ohtani if the Dodgers seal the series.
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Last 10 World Series MVP Winners
The World Series MVP has typically gone to hitters, but the winners come from all over the diamond — stars, role players, and pitchers alike.
| Player | Team | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1B Freddie Freeman | Dodgers | 2024 |
| SS Corey Seager | Rangers | 2023 |
| SS Jeremy Pena | Astros | 2022 |
| OF Jorge Soler | Braves | 2021 |
| SS Corey Seager | Dodgers | 2020 |
| SP Stephen Strasburg | Nationals | 2019 |
| INF/OF Steve Pearce | Red Sox | 2018 |
| OF George Springer | Astros | 2017 |
| INF/OF Ben Zobrist | Cubs | 2016 |
| C Salvador Perez | Royals | 2015 |
MLB Teams With the Most World Series MVP Winners
It’s no surprise that the franchises with the most championships also boast the most World Series MVPs.
| Team | Count |
|---|---|
| Yankees | 12 |
| Dodgers | 10 |
| Cardinals | 5 |
| Red Sox | 4 |
| Athletics | 4 |
World Series MVP Betting Trends
- Hitters have won 12 of the last 14 World Series MVPs.
- The only player to lose the World Series and still win MVP was Bobby Richardson of the 1960 Yankees.
- Pitchers have won the most WS MVPs all-time (29 total).
- Third basemen lead all hitting positions with 10 MVPs.
- No relief pitcher has won WS MVP since Mariano Rivera in 1999.
How To Read MLB World Series MVP Odds
When you visit your MLB betting site of choice, you’ll notice World Series MVP odds that might look like this:
- Mike Trout +400
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. +700
- Shohei Ohtani +700
Unlike a moneyline bet where favorites are shown by a minus sign (−) and underdogs by a plus sign (+), MVP odds list everyone with plus money. The lower the number, the shorter the odds. So in this case, Trout would be the favorite. A $100 bet on Trout at +400 would return $500 ($100 stake + $400 profit) if he wins World Series MVP.
