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MLB Teams Shine, Yet Fall Short of World Series

10/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Since 2000, several MLB teams have excelled in the regular season but failed to reach the World Series.
The 2001 Seattle Mariners achieved a record 116 wins but lost in the ALCS.
The 2021 San Francisco Giants won 107 games yet fell to the Dodgers in the NLDS.
The 2023 Atlanta Braves, despite leading the league in offense, also lost in the NLDS.

History

Historical Context

The Seattle Mariners achieved a historic 116 wins in the 2001 MLB season, tying the record set by the 1906 Chicago Cubs. Despite their regular-season success, they became the first team to win over 110 games and not reach the World Series, losing in the ALCS to the New York Yankees. This trend of high-performing teams faltering in playoffs continues to spark debate about postseason formats.

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Story summary

Since 2000, several MLB teams have excelled in the regular season but failed to reach the World Series.
The 2001 Seattle Mariners achieved a record 116 wins but lost in the ALCS.
The 2021 San Francisco Giants won 107 games yet fell to the Dodgers in the NLDS.
The 2023 Atlanta Braves, despite leading the league in offense, also lost in the NLDS.

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