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The opening day of Major League Baseball (MLB) is practically an annual holiday for some. Even if you don't like baseball - or sports - it's hard to escape<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/all-time-best-baseball-films"> something baseball related</a> at some point during the many many months it takes over as “America's Pastime.” And the sheer <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/why-is-the-american-national-anthem-played-at-sporting-event/tracey-graham">number of games</a> each team plays makes it so headlines and social media feeds are full of the names of MLB teams and players alike. But, when it comes to those team names, have you ever wondered how they came to exist?The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/nfl-team-names-origins/melissa-sartore">name of a sports team</a> can be as old at the franchise itself. It may be something recently created in an effort to redefine or repair a team's reputation. Sometimes, a team name comes about thanks to a nickname that really caught on - so much so that the group simply adopted it to make it their won.Professional baseball teams in the US fall into all of those categories when it comes to the origins of their names. Some of the names really bat it out of the park as far as matching the city they team is from. Others simply strike out. Take a look and see for yourself - and chime in on the names that are grand slams as well as those that completely whiff.&nbsp;

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The baseball teams with the most annoying fans are those American League and National League squads in Major League Baseball that you hate to sit next to at the ballpark. These teams have large and loyal fan bases but bring their thick accents, championship patches and more stories of back in the day than can be told in 12 innings of ball. These are the fans that you hate if you're for the opposing team or embrace if you are a fellow follower. Love 'em or hate 'em, these are the baseball teams with the most annoying fans.Though each fan base will claim the other is the worst of all, the fans of the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox are perhaps the most annoying ever. Yanks fans, complete with their superiority complex, backed up by over two dozen World Series championships, will always claim they are the best fans for the best team of all time. BoSox fans can be just as cocky with their love of homerism and all things &quot;Sweet Caroline.&quot;But Boston and New York are far from the only two teams in professional baseball with annoying fans. Each of the 30 MLB teams have one quirk or another that irks fans of other teams. For many, it's the perpetual drought of success that motivates and depresses fans, such as the always pessimistic fans of the Chicago Cubs, New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays. Each of these teams have great followings but the annoying fans will certainly often remind you of how many years, months and days since the team saw any success or even qualified for the MLB postseason.Whatever these MLB team fans do that is annoying to make them some of the most hated and obnoxious, that all pales in comparison to the fact that these passionate men and women travel thousands of miles each year and spend thousands of dollars to support their teams, win or lose. Between the drunken fans talking smack or the underdogs screaming about their small-market team, watching the fans bicker is nearly as exciting as watching baseball itself. Who said the sport was boring?

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In 2019, the Houston Astros charged toward the World Series with a franchise-record 107 wins, a roster stacked with talent, and the swagger of a team destined for greatness. Yet, beneath the surface of their electrifying postseason run lay a brewing storm of controversy that would overshadow their efforts and define their legacy.&nbsp;From a sign-stealing scandal that cast doubt on their integrity to a front-office fiasco that ignited public outrage, the Astros’ journey to a seven-game World Series loss against the Washington Nationals was as much about off-field drama as on-field heroics. Here’s a look at the chaos that unfolded behind the scenes, revealing a team grappling with its own missteps in the glare of the national spotlight.

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While Major League Baseball teams might get all the fame and glory, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.milb.com/about/teams/by-affiliate">Minor League Baseball </a>can really pull people together. These “farm teams” help boost community spirit while showcasing local talent and promoting regional economy. Also, thanks to many teams embracing the more goofy nature of the sport by having fun with names, logos, and mascots, they can be very entertaining to watch.Here are examples of Minor League teams that embody the good-natured fun of the sport by selecting monikers that might be a little wacky or kooky, but represents the people, region, history, and/or culture with a bit of a nod and wink. Sometimes chosen by the owners, and other times chosen by the fans themselves through local contests, these are definitely memorable, to say the least.&nbsp;Which zany minor league names are your favorites? Albuquerque Isotopes? Montgomery Biscuits? Maybe you're a BlueClaw? Vote now!

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When it comes to showcasing creativity and team spirit, the best minor league baseball logos of all time are a standout feature in the world of sports branding. These logos don’t just represent teams; they capture the essence of local culture, add a dash of fun, and create a visual identity that resonates with fans. Throughout minor league baseball, you'll find logos that range from whimsical to fierce, each with its own unique charm.Take the Richmond Flying Squirrels, for example, whose playful and dynamic logo features a superhero-like squirrel. It's a perfect blend of fun and excitement. Then there’s the Hillsboro Hops, with a clever design that incorporates a hop cone in homage to the local craft beer scene. The Erie Seawolves sport a fierce pirate wolf, capturing the adventurous spirit of their town located by Lake Erie. And let’s not forget the Modesto Nuts, whose amusing characters, Al the Almond and Wally the Walnut, bring a sense of humor and local flavor to their logo.Now, it’s time for you to share your opinion. Vote on the best minor league baseball logos and let us know which designs catch your eye and capture your heart. Whether you’re drawn to the superhero flair of the Richmond Flying Squirrels, the hoppy charm of the Hillsboro Hops, the pirate bravado of the Erie Seawolves, or the nutty humor of the Modesto Nuts, your votes will help celebrate the artistic talent and creativity that make minor league baseball so unique. Your input will highlight the standout logos that fans cherish and proudly display.

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Every MLB team logo represents the spirit of the franchise it stands for. While many of these baseball team <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/sports-team-logos-then-and-now/theodoros-karasavvas" target="_blank">logos have gone through strange histories</a> as teams have moved or rebranded to keep up with the times, they are all instantly recognizable as the logos of their franchise.

The New York Yankees have one of the most famous logos in sports with fans of the franchise living all over the world, and the logo has remained mostly unchanged for the history of the team. Meanwhile, the Miami Marlins (formerly the Florida Marlins) have been around since just 1993 and have gone through numerous rebrands and logo and uniform changes.

Some of these teams have favored a simple, single letter like the Philadelphia Phillies, some a fancy script like the Detroit Tigers, and others have used a fun design that could only be associated with one team (the Baltimore Orioles). But which logo is the coolest? Which is the one you would want on your baseball hat if you were going out? Vote below then check out and help decide <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/coolest-basketball-team-logos/sportsyeah" target="_blank">the coolest logos in the NBA</a>, <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-current-nfl-helmets" target="_blank">the NFL</a>, and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-coolest-hockey-team-logos-past-and-present" target="_blank">the NHL</a>.

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Every baseball team has haters. It comes with the territory. But, some MLB teams have earned that hate more than others, and it's OK to admit that. Maybe they have the world's most annoying fans or got caught in a cheating scandal. Or, maybe they just win all the time, and it's enough already with that. Whatever the reason, some pro baseball squads just rub folks the wrong way.&nbsp;Sick of the New York Yankees? Tired of all the drama around the Boston Red Sox? Think MVP and World Series champion Jose Altuve and the Houston Astros are overrated? Well, this is the place to express that. All MLB teams are getting hate – probably even your favorite and definitely mine – but which teams have it coming and which teams are getting a bum rap?

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It took an agonizing 71 years, but in 2016, the Chicago Cubs finally returned to the World Series. But as their fans know all too well, the club didn’t win in 1945, meaning their last World Series victory was an astonishing 108 years ago. That means there are a ton of things that weren't around when the Chicago Cubs won the World Series back in 1908.Things invented since 1908 include entire musical genres, popular games, toys, and world-changing innovations that really paint a picture of just how insanely long ago it really was when the Cubs won it all. Sure, 1908 sounds like a long time ago, but taking a good, long look at what things were really like compared to the present day makes you realize they were playing ball in a whole different world. Read on for a list of surprising innovations and inventions since the Cubs won the World Series.

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From racing anthropomorphic sausages to the deafening sound of cowbells, there are plenty of oddly specific traditions in the world of baseball. Make sure to commit some John Denver to memory before attending an&nbsp;Orioles game and be prepared for the boisterous presence of the &quot;Bleacher Creatures&quot; if you happen to catch a game at Yankee Stadium. These old traditions in baseball often have origins that have been lost&nbsp;with time, or ones so shrouded in local legend it's hard to untangle fact from fiction. However, you'll find rabid sports fans don't particularly care about the backstory. Sports can give people a sense they're part of a world bigger and older than themselves, and these baseball team rituals feed into that.&nbsp;Some funny rituals in baseball make complete sense. Given the Washington Nationals play their home games in D.C.,&nbsp;of course&nbsp;they would have&nbsp;a <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/us-president-first-100-days/stephanroget" target="_blank">Presidents</a> Race featuring caricature blow up heads of the nation’s former presidents. It also makes perfect sense that the song “New York, New York” is played at the end of every New York Yankees home game. But what on earth does the song &quot;Thunderstruck&quot; have to do with the White Sox? And why is a plush <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/7-intolerably-cute-baby-monkey-videos/cutest-animal-videos" target="_blank">monkey</a> necessary to cheer on the Angels? We may never know for sure, but - in some ways - it doesn't&nbsp;really&nbsp;matter if it makes the fans happy.&nbsp;You can read up on these and other weird baseball traditions below. Vote your favorite rituals to the top of the list!&nbsp;If you miss the stadiums, catch all of the MLB games for 2018 live streaming on Fubo.tv!&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fubo.tv/lp/StreamTV/?irad=464760&amp;irmp=1204920" target="_blank">Try it for free!</a>

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A list of professional baseball team that moved. Since the beginning of the Major Leagues at the end of the 19th century, teams have been able to up and go when another city dangling a new stadium and the promise of riches that couldn't be had in their current locale. Beginning as early as 1902, teams have swapped cities with their sights set on greener pastures. A lot of the teams on this list, at the least the ones that ditched their original cities, have in a roundabout way ended up returning to their original city either by expansion or another team moving and adopting the original franchise's name, colors and logo. You'll be surprised to learn that some of Major League Baseball's biggest and most historic teams on the list. The two biggest and most notorious relocations took place in 1958 when the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Giants left the bright lights of New York City to become the first Major League Baseball franchises on the West Coast when they became the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants respectively.You will also be surprised to learn that the original Baltimore Orioles eventually became their biggest rivals, the New York Yankees (with a quick period of being called the New York Highlanders in between). Before landing the Nationals when they moved from Montreal in 2005, Washington D.C. had the dubious distinction of losing its baseball team, both called the Senators, twice.&nbsp;This is the list of baseball teams that moved cities. In the future, there will likely be another few teams that make this list when they eventually are lured to another market by a new stadium or when their old one becomes rundown to the point where it doesn't make financial sense for the team to stay where they are.

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The goal of every MLB team at the start of each season is to win a World Series, but there can be only one winner, and the rest of the league has to try again. While 20 teams in league history have won multiple championships, but there remain six baseball teams without a ring. There are six teams who have never had the ultimate celebration at the end of the season.

In 2019, Stephen Strasburg&nbsp;led&nbsp;the Washington Nationals to the first title in franchise history, which was the last time a team won its first World Series. While the Nationals won in their first World Series appearance, teams like the Rangers and Padres have been to the World Series multiple times and come up empty. Meanwhile, the Mariners have the longest streak in league history without even a World Series appearance. But they are all in a position to end the drought soon and get off the list of&nbsp;MLB teams without a championship.

But which team is the most likely to end its&nbsp;drought next? Which of these six MLB teams with no World Series wins has the best shot to take home rings? It could happen in the 2020 season, but maybe these fanbases will have to wait a little longer. Vote up the teams that won&#39;t have to wait.

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When the Cleveland Indians put on 10-Cent Beer Night in 1974, it turned out to be one of their most exciting <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-baseball-players-of-all-time" target="_blank">baseball</a>&nbsp;games of the season - for all the wrong reasons. The stagnating team wanted to boost attendance and put on a low-price event to fill seats. The&nbsp;promotion worked far too well.

On June&nbsp;4, 1974, more than 25,000 <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/top-50-current-best-baseball-players" target="_blank">fans</a> descended on Cleveland Municipal Stadium to watch the Indians take on the Texas Rangers. The two clubs&nbsp;had a history of contentious&nbsp;meetings, and this turned out to be the contentious meeting to end them all. Fueled by alcohol, 10-Cent Beer Night devolved into a riot.

Plans for the promotion were flawed from the get-go. Unlimited booze, riled-up fans, and a hot summer night were a recipe&nbsp;for the&nbsp;perfect disaster. By the time 10-Cent Beer Night came to an end, the Indians had lost the game, the diamond&nbsp;was missing three bases, and onlookers were asking themselves what in the world just happened.

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You don&#39;t need to be a sports&nbsp;fan to find this story ridiculously wholesome. When Randy Long dropped off some baseballs at his local batting cages, he wasn&#39;t doing it so that he would go viral on the internet. But his heartfelt words written on a piece of paper and left alongside a bucket of balls, have blown up online after his grandson tweeted a photo of the kind gesture.

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On&nbsp;opening day of the 2020 MLB season, the only question most fans are asking already is: Who is going to win the World Series this year? The Washington Nationals are in the mix to defend their title, while the rival Atlanta Braves will give them a challenge just for the National League East, let alone the pennant. In the American League, there are the up-and-coming Minnesota Twins trying to repeat last season&#39;s success and hold off the Cleveland Indians.

Some major talents changed teams in the offseason, with Mookie Betts heading to the already loaded Los Angeles Dodgers, ace pitcher Madison Bumgarner going to the Arizona Diamondbacks, and MVP candidate Anthony Rendon joining the Los Angeles Angels. All of those players will be looking to help their new teams get to the World Series and raise the trophy.

So check out the odds for all the 2020 World Series contenders below, and vote for your playoff picks. Then keep checking back as the season goes on to see how quickly things can change.

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UPDATE: The Washington Nationals defeated the Houston Astros in seven games to win the 2019 World Series.

On MLB opening day, the only question most fans are asking already is: What team is going to win the World Series this year? The Boston Red Sox are in the mix to defend their title, while the rival New York Yankees will give them a challenge just for the American League East, let alone the pennant. In the National League, there are the up-and-coming Atlanta Braves trying to repeat last season&#39;s success and hold off the Philadelphia Phillies and their new superstar, Bryce Harper, while the Los Angeles Dodgers are trying to get back to a third consecutive World Series.

Harper wasn&#39;t the only star to switch teams in the offseason, though, with Manny Machado on the San Diego Padres and&nbsp;Paul Goldschmidt on the St. Louis Cardinals among <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/top-50-current-best-baseball-players" target="_blank">the best players in baseball</a> wearing new uniforms this year.

So vote for who&#39;s winning&nbsp;the 2019 World Series &mdash; and who perhaps will move up the list of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-baseball-teams" target="_blank">best baseball teams of all time</a> &mdash; and keep checking back as the season goes on to see how quickly things can change. Then head over and check out the top contenders for <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/who-will-win-american-league-mvp-in-2019/ranker-baseball" target="_blank">MVP in the AL</a> and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/who-will-win-national-league-mvp-in-2019/ranker-baseball" target="_blank">NL</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/who-will-win-the-2019-american-league-cy-young/ranker-baseball" target="_blank">Cy Young in the AL</a> and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/who-will-win-the-2019-national-league-cy-young/ranker-baseball" target="_blank">NL</a>.

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Who will win the 2022 World Series? On&nbsp;opening day of the 2022 MLB season, it&#39;s the&nbsp;only question baseball fans are asking. Every baseball year, thirty MLB franchises&nbsp;take to the diamond to decide the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-baseball-teams/ranker-baseball" target="_blank">best team&nbsp;in baseball.</a>&nbsp;To win a World Series title, a baseball team needs smooth pitching, strong hitting, sharp fielding, gritty baserunning chops,&nbsp;management guile, and good team chemistry. That&#39;s why one team wins the World Series every year. So, who will win the World Series this year? Which baseball teams can win the 2022 pennant?

In 2022 Major League Baseball, the Atlanta Braves&nbsp;are in the mix to defend their World Series title, while their rival New York Mets&nbsp;will give them a challenge just for the National League East, let alone the 2022 MLB pennant. In the American League, there are the up-and-coming Toronto Blue Jays&nbsp;trying to repeat last season&#39;s success and hold off the New York Yankees. Can the Los Angeles Dodgers get back on top?

Check&nbsp;out the odds for all the&nbsp;2022 World Series contenders below, and vote for your championship&nbsp;baseball picks. Then keep checking back as the season goes along to see how quickly things the MLB playoff standings can&nbsp;change.

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