Which team should you be rooting for in the MLB playoffs?
Which team should you be rooting for in the MLB playoffs?
So your favorite MLB team fell short of reaching the postseason this year, but you still plan on watching the playoffs because your love for the game is undeniable. Are you torn on which team to cheer for in the chase for the World Series crown? Take our quiz to find out which team deserves your rooting interest.
So your favorite MLB team fell short of reaching the postseason this year, but you still plan on watching the playoffs because your love for the game is undeniable. Are you torn on which team to cheer for in the chase for the World Series crown? Take our quiz to find out which team deserves your rooting interest.

I _____ the designated hitter.
Where do you fall on the analytics scale?
What is most important in constructing a championship team?
Which one of these statements applies to you:
What wins games in the postseason?
Who do you pull for when you don't have a rooting interest in a playoff game?
Which celebrity would you most like to watch a game with?
Which kind of mascot do you prefer?
If I could, I'd put pinstripes on my favorite team's uniforms.
Old school or new: Which web browser do you prefer?
Chicago Cubs
Chicago Cubs
The Cubs are young, dynamic and have a new manager who thinks outside the box. They play in a classic stadium and have a reputation as the "lovable losers" of baseball.
Toronto Blue Jays
Toronto Blue Jays
The Toronto Blue Jays have a high-powered offense and are favorites to win the AL pennant. They haven't been in the postseason since 1993, so enjoy the ride.
Texas Rangers
Texas Rangers
The Texas Rangers have a new manager and veteran roster, but it's filled with bounce-back players. It looks like an uphill battle for the Rangers, but hey, anything can happen.
Kansas City Royals
Kansas City Royals
The Kansas City Royals are volatile, young and have a chip on their shoulder. Their home stadium, "The K," is a great atmosphere for a playoff game.
Houston Astros
Houston Astros
The Houston Astros are the unconventional playoff team. They're the young, hungry underdogs.
Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers were built with money. They have solid offense and great pitching. They're a flashy team with a lot of flair.
St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis Cardinals
The St. Louis Cardinals are a team with a rich baseball history. They're known for their consistency and tradition in a great baseball town. They're favorites to win it all this year, so it's sure to be a fun ride.
New York Mets
New York Mets
The "other" team from New York, the Mets are one of the surprise playoff teams to come out of the NL this year. They've been overlooked and underestimated but are sure to be exciting in the playoffs. Plus, who doesn't love Bartolo Colon?