Top 5 postseason home run leaders prediction: Mookie Betts, Giancarlo Stanton, and the power hitters ready to electrify the World Series

The MLB postseason is nearing a dramatic finish as the dream World Series matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees is set. Starting on Friday, fans across the globe will finally be able to see the league's two biggest stars, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, square off for baseball's biggest prize.

Although all eyes will be focused on the World Series matchup between the two, when it comes to power hitters, several other stars could steal the spotlight. Here's a look at the sluggers who could end up as the top postseason home run hitters when all is said and done.

Top 5 players most likely to finish as the postseason home run leader

#5 - Juan Soto

While Aaron Judge might claim most of the headlines, Juan Soto has a chance to be one of the crucial players in the World Series. The pending free-agent outfielder has been a force for the New York Yankees throughout the postseason, and given his track record of coming through in clutch situations, it would be unsurprising to see him add to his three playoff home runs.

#4 - Mark Vientos

Unfortunately for Mark Vientos, his postseason run came to an end when the New York Mets were eliminated by the Los Angeles Dodgers. That being said, the young third baseman is tied for the lead in playoff home runs with five total long balls. If no one can surpass him, he could share that prestigious title with Giancarlo Stanton.

#3 - Mookie Betts

Although he may not be known as a true power hitter, Mookie Betts is no slouch when it comes to racking up home runs. The versatile outfielder for the Dodgers has hit four home runs throughout the playoffs, only one dinger behind the top spot. Given his place in the order and elite talent, look for Betts to contend for the playoff home run crown.

#2 - Shohei Ohtani

After years of waiting, fans will finally be able to see Shohei Ohtani in the World Series. As arguably the best player in the MLB right now, it would be unsurprising to see Ohtani go on a tear at the plate. The Dodgers superstar has three home runs, so closing the gap may not be too difficult given his ability to send the ball into the crowd.

#1 - Giancarlo Stanton

It may not come as a shock, but big, bad Giancarlo Stanton is the most likely player to lead the MLB postseason in home runs. Stanton is currently tied with Mark Vientos for the lead, but with the Mets eliminated, he is the frontrunner to take sole possession of first place.

After years of inconsistent play and health, Yankees fans are finally enjoying the former MVP version of Stanton that the team landed in a blockbuster trade in December 2017. He will also have the chance to pass all-time great Babe Ruth in total playoff homers.