Drama, rivalries and Ohtani: how MLB's playoffs got their mojo back
Briefly

Television ratings have spiked by 41% year-on-year, and viewership is up even when taking on college and NFL football, indicating a resurgence in interest for baseball.
This year's playoffs are loaded with such breakout clubs... The expectation? Third or fourth place. Instead, the Friars won 93 games...clearing expectations significantly.
The drama has been much welcome after last year's early rounds included no fewer than six series sweeps, highlighting the competitiveness of this year's postseason compared to last.
Buoyed by strong story lines, competitive games and a flurry of dramatic finishes, baseball has mojo and momentum as it heads deeper into October.
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