MLB.com experts predict the World Series

In arguably the most anticipated World Series ever, the Cubs will take on the Indians, with both teams looking to end extraordinary title droughts: 108 years for Chicago, 68 years for Cleveland.

As we await first pitch, a collection of MLB.com analysts, columnists and reporters shared their thoughts on who will come out on top.

• World Series Game 1: Tonight, 7:30 p.m. ET air time/ 8 game time on FOX

Game Date Time (air time/game time) Matchup TV Gm 1 Oct. 25 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX Gm 2 Oct. 26 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX Gm 3 Oct. 28 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CLE @ CHC FOX Gm 4 Oct. 29 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CLE @ CHC FOX *Gm 5 Oct. 30 8 p.m. CLE @ CHC FOX *Gm 6 Nov. 1 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX *Gm 7 Nov. 2 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX * If necessary | All times listed ET • World Series coverageShop for postseason gear: Cubs | Indians

Mike Bauman: Cubs in 6 If doubters remain, check out the way this team came back after going down 2-1 in the NLCS. The Cubs have no areas of vulnerability and as Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said: “They are relentless.” History is made.

Phil Rogers: Cubs in 6 There’s no question the Cubs feel they belong on this stage. The Indians won’t go easy but can’t match rotation depth, defense.

Barry Bloom: Indians in 7 The Tribe has gone under the radar all season. But the Indians wiped out two of the top teams in baseball — Boston and Toronto — in the opening rounds, losing only one game. The Cubs are their most …

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