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)
  
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