"In the past, we've seen World Series aspirants and Wild Card hopefuls alike shoot themselves in the foot with sloppy April sequences that jeopardize their visions of October baseball."
"For those 2019 Nats, they went so far as to win the whole thing. Nary a baseball fan in D.C. will ever forget the significance of the 19-31 record they faced roughly one-third of the way through the season."
"More commonly, however, a disappointing April can prove to be a backbreaker. Fans need only look as far back as the 2025 Orioles to see a would-be contender whose awful early performance sunk their season."
"Entering play Thursday, the four worst teams in baseball weren't..."
Postseason hopefuls often face unexpected struggles early in the season, risking their chances for October baseball. While some teams, like the 2019 Nationals, have rallied from poor starts to achieve success, others, such as the 2025 Orioles, have seen their playoff aspirations dashed by disappointing performances. The 2026 season has already shown oddities, including record-setting performances by players. However, the most notable aspect of the season is the overall performance of the league's worst teams, which requires a broader perspective.
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