David Samson argued that being a National League wild card will actually help Atlanta this October, strengthening his earlier case for buying Braves futures once the odds lengthen. Samson believes recent playoff formats have penalized top seeds that sit idle while their wild‑card opponents stay in rhythm; he referenced Atlanta’s own post‑bye flame‑outs the last two seasons. With Spencer Strider progressing, Ronald Acuna Jr. expected back mid‑summer and a deep lineup already heating up, Samson thinks the Braves could roll through the best‑of‑three wild‑card round and carry momentum into the NLDS. He still wants a number closer to 30‑1 before investing, but says the structural edge of continuous play makes Atlanta uniquely dangerous if they enter October as a 4–6 seed.

David Samson remains bullish on Atlanta’s talent—citing Spencer Strider’s health, a "trade‑deadline caliber" boost when Ronald Acuna returns, and enough lineup depth to survive Chris Sale’s decline—but called the current 14‑1 World Series price “way too thin.” He wants a number closer to 30‑1 before investing, noting no team has ever started 0‑7 and reached the postseason. His strategy is to monitor the market, wait for inevitable mid‑season uneven stretches that lengthen the odds, then pounce on a roster he still believes can get hot in October as a wild card.

David Samson pushed back on Snyder’s optimism, arguing the Yankees are over‑ranked and a risky futures bet. He questioned Carlos Rodon’s consistency, doubted Max Fried’s durability over an eight‑year deal, and was skeptical that 36‑year‑old Paul Goldschmidt can remain a middle‑order force for six months. Samson also flagged lineup protection issues for Aaron Judge after losing Juan Soto and Giancarlo Stanton. In his view, those red flags make New York a sell in World Series and AL pennant markets even after their 6‑1 week.

David Samson said the Padres’ early lead in the standings is “fleeting” and advised backing the Dodgers to win the NL West because their payroll‑driven depth will eventually separate them. He noted that Los Angeles is already weathering rotation injuries by calling up Gavin Stone and other arms, yet remains just a half‑game off the best record in baseball. Over 162 games he expects mounting injuries and under‑performance to hit every contender, and the Dodgers are uniquely built to absorb that thanks to a loaded 40‑man roster and a bottomless budget. Samson framed it as a near‑certainty the Dodgers will overtake San Diego and suggested moving now on division futures before the market fully adjusts.