Almost Fans
Two friends, women, and moderately knowledgeable sports enthusiasts bring you Almost Fans. We dive into the drama and behind-the-scenes stories of mainstream sports like the NFL, NBA, soccer, and more, while shining a spotlight on incredible women making waves in the game. Along the way, we share our personal experiences as working moms, exploring modern parenting, pop culture, and entertainment. It’s fun, relatable, and perfect for anyone who loves sports—or wants to learn to love them. Join us weekly for laughs, insight, and sports talk you’ll actually enjoy!
Almost Fans
039: MLB Playoffs Explained, Curses Broken, and Legends Made
The MLB postseason is more than a bracket—it’s a battlefield of curses, comebacks, and champagne-soaked celebrations. We explain how the playoffs really work, then dig into October’s wild rituals, from rally caps to superstitions. Along the way, we revisit the Cubs’ curse-breaking triumph and spotlight the hidden voices of power who are changing baseball forever. This is October Baseball, unfiltered.
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Chapters
- 00:00 - Introduction to MLB Playoffs & Hat Trick: Things We Procrastinate
- 12:01 - Understanding MLB Structure and Seeding
- 14:48 - Round One: The Best of Three
- 17:51 - Round Two: The Division Series
- 20:25 - Round Three: The Championship Series
- 23:09 - Round Four: The World Series
- 24:01 - Baseball Superstitions and Curses
- 27:20 - Personal Superstitions and Rituals
- 32:08 - The Thrill of Baseball Moments
- 34:02 - Understanding No-Hitters
- 36:15 - Gambling in Sports
- 41:25 - The Oakland A's New Stadium
- 43:37 - Cal Raleigh's Historic Home Run Chase
- 46:48 - Spotlight on Raquel Ferreira: A Trailblazer in MLB