It is Rivalry Week at SB Nation, a time to remember that what unites us as a nation, is that we like to be divided. While that can be pernicious in most respects, sports at least allows us an outlet to enjoy our in-groups and feel superior to other groups of fans in a mostly safe manner. I cheer for a group of guys that play their games near my house, which makes me a superior sports-watcher than you!
Rivalries are a big deal in college athletics, soccer, and the NFL, but to be honest, they’re not quite as big a deal in baseball.