Ranking the Last Ten World Series Runners-Up: From Opportunity to Disappointment

Exploring the ranking of the last ten World Series runners-up based on their opportunities or disappointments. Who had the best chance, and who faced the toughest challenges?

Summary

  • The Philadelphia Phillies faced a strong start but crumbled with three consecutive losses.
  • Confusion arises on what it means to blow the biggest opportunity in sports.
  • Despite strong away game performance, the Astros failed to win the 2019 series.
  • The 2017 Dodgers are seen as a team that didn’t falter in the World Series.

Ranking the Opportunities

The Arizona Diamondbacks of 2023 seemed to have a promising chance…

Debating Definitions

Some fans struggle to grasp the concept of blowing opportunities…

2019 Astros’ Missed Success

Not winning a single game at home despite a strong away…

Flawless 2017 Dodgers

The sentiment towards the Dodgers in the 2017 World Series…