Ah…what could have been?

This season marks the start of a new decade in Major League Baseball history, and who doesn’t enjoy taking a look back at what was—or in this case, what almost was?

Losing in the World Series is one of the most bittersweet accomplishments in sports.

On one hand, it’s hard to ignore the fact that it is a huge accomplishment and that it signifies a successful season.

On the other hand, it’s a tough pill to swallow. Getting that close to living out a dream, then having to watch someone else celebrate is simply heart-breaking.

Which of the World Series losers of the 2000s do you think was the greatest?

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