The early years of Major League Baseball were a time of significant growth and development. While some teams began to establish themselves as contenders, others faced more challenging seasons. This article examines the teams with the lowest win-loss records from 1886 and beyond, offering a glimpse into the struggles faced by these early baseball franchises.
Worst MLB records Ever
- No. 1: 1899 Cleveland Spiders – 20-134 (.134)
- No. 2: 1890 Pittsburgh Alleghenys – 23-113 (.169)
- No. 3: 1889 Louisville Colonels – 27-111 (.196)
- No. 4: 1897 St. Louis Browns – 29-102 (.221)
- No. 5: 1886 Washington Nationals – 28-92 (.233)
- No. 6: 1916 Philadelphia Athletics – 36-117 (.235)
- No. 7 (tie): 1886 Kansas City Cowboys – 30-91 (.248)
- No. 7 (tie): 1935 Boston Braves – 38-115 (.248)
- No. 9: 1962 New York Mets – 40-120 (.250)
- No. 10: 1904 Washington Senators – 38-113 (.252)
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What is the worst MLB season won-lost record ever?
The worst MLB season won-lost record ever belongs to the 1899 Cleveland Spiders. The Spiders completed their season with a 20-134 record (.134).
What is the worst MLB season won-lost record post-1900?
The worst season won-lost record of the Modern Era of baseball is a record of 36-117 (.235), held by the 1916 Philadelphia Athletics.
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