Does anyone think the Oakland Athletics will win the world series this year?
455093
They do have a good chance!
123813
I would like to see the New York Mets Win the World Series one day (since it is my fourth favorite team in baseball after the Tigers, Indians, and the Cubs), but the Mets are going to need good pitching and they need to be able to win the NL East Championship in order to get a good spot in the postseason. I do think that the Mets will win the World Series this decade.
885578
I would say they won't win........They have not been doing too good.\nI live about 1 hour from their homebase.......It's hard on the Raider fans here........From what I have seen.  Yikes...they need to crack the whip on those Boys.......They draw a good crowd normally.\n\nhttp://www.raiders.com/intro/raiders.com.html
589933
Oakland Athletics (or A's)
1006478
It is true that they're the hottest team in baseball right now, and I like their chances of staying hot throughout the year.  They're pitching has been on fire recently, and some young prospects have emerged which is also a good sign.  Combine that with the timely hitting of David Ortiz and they should be able to make a World Series run.
411269
No.  The AL Central is one of the best divisions in baseball with the defending World Series Champions in the White Sox who upgraded their squad with the additions of Jim Thome and Javier Vasquez, a hungry Cleveland Indians team that just missed the postseason last year and the always dangerous Twins.  \n\nThe Tigers are off to a hot start and have good balance of experienced (Pudge Rodriquez, Magglior Ordonez, Dimitri Young, Placido Polanco) and young hitters (Chris Shelton, Curtis Granderson and Craig Monroe) along with a decent starting rotation, but in the end the Tigers thin bullpen and the fact that the White Sox and Indians are just better teams, will prevent them from capturing the division title.
409997
im not a red sox fan but i believe off the top of my head they have the best chance. lost damon but got a solid man in crisp who is somewhat underrated and they added beckett to an already great pitching staff and of course ortiz and ramirez will get over 140 RBI's each this year. thought i dont think they will win it watch out for the mets a lot of big adds and i believe they will win their division. sorry ATL
408778
Its possible. You cant say never because in 40 years they will have a whole new team and anything can happen. For all we know the Royals could one day win a world series or maybe the devil rays. Of coarse none of these teams will win in the near future, but u cant say they will never win a world series. so it is def possible
483970
Last year they talked about the NL "worst", this year it's starting to look like the AL "worst". Hey I'd like to see the Dodgers and the Angels in the series but I don't think it'll happen this year. I guess it's still early enough in the season that anything could happen. However, in order for the Angels to even get to the playoffs, they'll have to change the way they're playing. Right now I'd put my money on the A's in the AL west and either of the Sox or the Cards to win the Series.
329162
I think they will do okay this year. They won't get to the World Series but they will do okay.
572284
To all those who have answered in the negative, my response is who would of thought that the past five world champions would have been the Arizona Diamondbacks, Los Angeles Angels, Florida Marlins, Boston Red Sox, and Chicago White Sox?  Especially when many believed the final two were "cursed" and would never win the championship again.  \n\nIt all boils down to three things.  The first is talent, especially in the areas of pitching and defense.  So far, the Tigers have excelled in both.  If (and that little word can be the biggest in the English language) they keep up both as they have so far, then they are a very serious contender for the championship.  \n\nSecondly is coaching.  Jim Leyland is a proven veteran manager, who has proven he can develop talent and win championships.  He has surrounded himself with an excellent coaching staff, that has the ability to get the most of of the availiable talent the team has.  The Tigers have nothing to worry about in this category.  \n\nThe third is maturity and team focus.  The Tigers have kept an even keil so far, as they have gone about their business.  Pudge Rodriguez is once again offering his veteran leadership, and the addition of Kenny Rogers has not only strengthened their pitching staff what he has done on the field, but also how he has mentored others on the staff off the field to reach their potential.  \n\nDo I think the Tigers will win the World Series?  I will say they definitely have a strong chance to, but it is too early in the season to see if their current success will continue into the heart of the summer, especially when they have to face teams like the Red Sox and Yankees.  The White Sox are the team to beat in their division, and, in there earlier series this year, Chicago showed Detroit why they are the defending World Champs.  If, in August, the Tigers have the same winning percentage that they do now, and have shown they can beat the three previously mentioned teams, then my answer is Yes, I do believe the Tigers will win the World Series.  But, like I said eariler, that little word "if" can be the biggest word in the English language.
301796
Yes. The way baseball is now teams that can spend a lot of money, and do it wisely, stand a much better chance of being competitive. I expect that both teams will be in the playoffs this year and I'd give it a 1 in 4 chance that there will be one this year.
365886
Amen Sister!\n\nI am happy as a lark in mid-june!\n\nA few years back they started the season 4-0 and ended up 72-90. So I am not saying they are going to win the WORLD Series, but I am enjoying it while it lasts.\n\nJustin Verlander starts today, and he's got a good arm. he's a flame thrower...I'd love to see them 5-0. But I dont want to jinx them by saying they will win.\n\nWe got some young good arms. Bondermen should have a break out year, and hopefully win 15-20 games. kenny rodgers will be a good influence on the young arms (just keep him away from any and all cameramen!!! lol).\n\nShelton usually doesnt hit for power, more for average. So this is just a phase he's going through. If he can hit close to .300 (or better) I'd be happy.\n\nIf Mags can stay healthy all year, along with Guillen we should be ok. Polanco is awesome, he just hits the baseball almost everytime he's up. You can count on him being at or above .300 this year.\n\nIf Pudge has the same kind of year he had in 2004, that would be great.\n\nInge is much better hitter when he doesnt catch.\n\nGranderson has speed, but needs to work onhis outfield play.\n\nMonroe is good.\n\nOf course the trick is too put ALL THINGS together at the same time.\n\nThe baseball season is a marathon (162 games), so it's still way to early to tell. But so far I like what I see.\n\nGiving where The Tigers have been at over the last 14 years. if they win 79-80 games I would be happier than a lark in mid-june!\n\nWe haven't had a winning season (.500 or better) in 12 years. This could be 13. \n\nAnd please dont get me started on the owner, he is more concerned with his other team to even care about The Tigers.\n\noh Wow! Did I just babble? Sorry, but I love MY TIGERS! MY TIGERS! MY TIGERS!\n\nI am happy to see them in 1st place, but I know it won't last.\n\nThanks for letting me babble!
393659
The Indians were legit last year. Even though they lost Millwood, Elarton and Howry, they should still be a very good young team. Travis Hafner is quite possibly the strongest guy in baseball right now. I dunno if they have enough to beat the White Sox this year, but definately in the next few years.
601257
They have a chance.  They are in a terrible division, and they are an ok team.  Their pitching is good and their ballpark helps them.
14882
Yeah Oakland 12-1-1 Nice Record\n\nO yeah His answer seams pretty damn complete to me!!!\n\n*JUST WIN BABY*
1143810
They have a really good team this year and have a great chance at winning the World Series this year.