THE SUFFERING INDEX - Updated for 2026 - Dodgers Fans Quietly CELEBRATE After Suffering Index Drops to Historic Lows

Sully breaks down Major League Baseball’s Suffering Index, spotlighting the unique frustrations of fan bases nationwide. From the Los Angeles Dodgers’ back-to-back World Series titles to the Seattle Mariners’ yet-to-happen Fall Classic appearance, discover how postseason near-misses, deciding-game defeats, and prolonged title droughts shape each team’s agony. The episode covers heartbreaking moments like Trent Grisham’s error for the Brewers, the Cleveland Guardians’ extra-inning collapses, and the Pirates’ endless playoff disappointments. Wondering if your team ranks among MLB’s most tormented or most fortunate? Examine the full breakdown of suffering, streaks, and hope across all 31 fan bases. Below is the updated formula for the Suffering Index. (Number of Years Since a Team’s Last World Series Title)(Number of Years Since a Team’s Last Pennant ÷ 4)(Number of Years Since the World Series Title BEFORE the Last one ÷ 8)(Number of Years Since a Team’s Last Post Season Appearance ÷ 16)(Number of Deciding or One Game Playoffs LOST since last World Series title x 10)(Number of Deciding or One Game Playoffs WON since last World Series title)(Number of 3 OUT/1 SWING Away Series LOST since last World Series title X10)(Number of 3 OUT/1 SWING Away Series WON since last World Series title)(Number of sub .500 Seasons Since Last World Series Title X2)(Number of 100 loss Seasons Since Last World Series Title X3)(Franchise Lost +200)Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub  Check out the In Memoriam Video   https://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=SQm14szUYG3Nu_Wk Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mlb/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.