re: ATL Thread 10/11 | NLDS Game 3 vs PHI | We’re F#cked Edition

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It makes sense. But not cents. So it ain't happening.

The 4 team AL East v AL West / NL East v NL West / WS setup was probably the best balance between awarding the best overall teams and having an end of year showdown between the best teams we had but, again, that didn't make as much money so it ain't happening.

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I think its obvious the new system makes upsets more likely, but on the other hand if you're able to set up your rotation exactly like you want it you should be able to win a series if you're really that much better.

We were what, 14 games better than Philly? I realize the sports are different, but just on a % of the season standpoint thats like a 12-5 vs 10-7 team in the NFL. The 12-5 team will be favored in the playoffs and get home field, but likely won't be a massive favorite in that scenario.

So maybe the new format is just showcasing that while a 10 win lead in a division race is big, the difference between the actual teams skill isn't as large from a practicality standpoint as the lead in the division, is if that makes sense.