Surprise MLB teams shake up the World Series betting odds in Las Vegas

The Houston Astros opened the 2017 MLB season as +1,200 long shots to win the World Series. After their hot start to the schedule, Houston is now the favorite at +450 odds.

Patrick Everson • SPORTS BETTING INDUSTRY INSIDER
May 26, 2017 • 06:34 ET

The Houston Astros are the new favorites to win the World Series, blowing past the Cubs and Nationals. Houston opened the season at +1,200 to win the Fall Classic and are now as low as +450. We look at the biggest climbs and falls on the MLB futures boards with Frank Yi of CG Technology in Las Vegas.

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