Longest Active Playoff Droughts in MLB

Despite the expanded 12-team playoff format, several franchises endure significant multi-year absences from postseason baseball.

The top 3

  1. The Top Spot: Los Angeles Angels: The Angels currently hold the longest active playoff drought in the MLB, having last reached the postseason in 2014. Los Angeles Angels
  2. The Following Pack: Pittsburgh Pirates: The Pirates currently suffer from a 10-season postseason drought, having last appeared in the playoff bracket during the 2015 season. Pittsburgh Pirates
  3. The Series-Win Struggle: Cincinnati Reds: While they make occasional appearances, the Reds hold the league's longest active drought for winning a postseason series, dating back to 1995. Cincinnati Reds

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