There are ten teams going to the playoffs and alas, mine is not one of them. But just for fun, I am offering my ranking of my preferences, hopefully with a justification of my ranking.
Here we go!
10. The Yankees. Because they suck. If you need further proof, please consult this informative website. http://www.dotheyankeessuck.com/
9. The Nationals. Although they are geographically the closest team to Baltimore and would bring joy to people around me, I cannot live in world where the Nats are anything but a heartbreaking and soul crushing disappointment.
8. The LA Dodgers. You’ve had your chances. Don’t be the 1990’s Buffalo Bills. Just win. Or don’t. I am kinda sick of you.
7. St. Louis. See #10. Many of the same reasons.
6. Twins, 5. Athletics. (TIE) Neither of these teams offend me nor inspire me. I imagine MLB wants them both gone quickly for the same reason. My world won’t end if either of these 2 make it and I would probably like them more if they manage to upset the big boys.
4. The Astros. I like this team in part because they provide a blueprint for what the Orioles are trying to do. Their kind of success could be our kind of success in a few years.
3. The Rays. They have no fans, but they always have pitching. And they need the love.
2. The Braves. Because they have many old Orioles. I used to hate this team when they were good. Now they represent what we could have done with the same players. Plus, they have Nick Markakis, and dammit, he is a beloved former Oriole who deserves something for the years he was a shining star on a turd of a team like the 2006-2011 Orioles.
And finally….my hopes and good vibes all go to:
1. The Milwaukee Brewers. Because Milwaukee is kinda like Baltimore and I have some online friends who are fans and because I want to hear Bob Uecker call a World Series.
Ok! As each team gets eliminated, I will go down the list for the next one!
