How 2026 Dodgers compare to some of baseball's other 'superteams'

1972 Oakland A's (93-62, World Series champions) The 1972 A's were meticulously built over time by owner Charlie Finley, beginning when the franchise was still in Kansas City. Baseball's first-ever draft pick, Rick Monday, was selected in 1965 and later traded for pitcher Ken Holtzman, who won 19 games in 1972. Drafted 118 picks after Monday was third baseman Sal Bando, who tied for the team lead in hits during their championship-winning postseason.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement The MVP of the 1972 World Series was Gene Tenace, whom the A's drafted 400th overall in 1965. A backup to Dave Duncan behind the plate, Tenace got more playing time later in the season and...