As the American League Championship Series and National League Championship Series enter their second game, experts are evaluating the progress of both series and speculating on the likely contenders for the World Series. The Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Dodgers are currently positioned as the top teams to advance, but the competition remains tight, requiring each to win at least one more game to proceed. The upcoming matches will determine the teams that will compete for the World Series, with the potential for dramatic shifts in momentum based on recent performances.