Which City Has Won The Most Professional Sports Championships?
Most recently, we’ve had parades in Denver and Las Vegas, with the Nuggets and Golden Knights winning the championships in their sports, respectively. Now, with Major League Baseball and the WNBA winding down and the NFL underway, we are soon to have three more champions. This begs the question, which cities have won the most championships in professional sports?
Britannica has a thorough breakdown of this information. However, they focus on the four main leagues of men’s professional sports (MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL).
Regarding fandom, there are few things more celebratory than when your time wins it all. Though the post-party events and parades throughout the city are similar, the playoff championship experience is unique per sport. Here are the cities that have won the most championships in the four major sports. New York is the champion of champions with 54 total (this includes the championships won prior to the Super Bowl era). The 27 World Series titles alone would have New York at the top of the list. Next, Boston has had an incredible title run over the past 23 years. All four teams have won titles in that time. In fact, the Patriots have six since 2001 and the Red Sox have four since 2004. Chicago then rounds out the top three.
Here are the next seven cities that have won the most championships in pro sports.
- #4 Los Angeles
- #5 Montreal
- #6 Detroit
- #7 Philadelphia
- #8 Pittsburgh
- #9 Toronto
- #10 St. Louis
In the WNBA, the Seattle Storm, Minnesota Lynx, and Houston Comets have each won four championships.
So, what city is most likely to get the next parade? In the MLB, the Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Dodgers, Baltimore Orioles, and Tampa Bay Rays have the best record as we reach the last few weeks of the season. USA Today reports that the Chiefs and 49ers have the best odds to win the next Super Bowl. The Las Vegas Aces and the New York Liberty are the top two seeds in the WNBA playoffs.
10 Best NFL Teams Going Into the 2023 Season
Football season is officially here. That’s cause to rejoice, in my book. I really don’t want to see summer end, but the good thing about it is that football is starting up. So, who are the best NFL teams going into the 2023 season?
Of course, everyone has their opinion. But, that opinion is often, or should be, based on fact. Certain teams going into the new season made good on their draft picks, while others kind of flubbed up. Also, many teams – such as the Kansas City Chiefs – have been tough to beat for years. So, of course, they’re going to be favorites.
Before I get into my personal picks for the 10 NFL teams going into the 2023 season, let’s talk about some of the weaker teams. What’s shocking is that the Los Angeles Rams are considered one of the weakest teams this year. I mean, we’re just two years out from their Super Bowl win. So, that’s somewhat surprising. Then again, it’s not surprising seeing their performance last season. I’m ranking them in the bottom five of NFL teams, because I just don’t see them having the players and coaching chemistry to go far this year. That said, they should still bask in the light of their Super Bowl victory.
Also at the bottom of the pack are the Arizona Cardinals and Indianapolis Colts. Both teams have struggled for years, and they just don’t seem to be making the right decisions on and off the field. Who knows, maybe these teams will turn it around and surprise us. But, right now, the Cardinals, Colts and Rams are looking rough.
So, who are the best NFL teams going into the 2023 season? Read on for my thoughts. Also, I’m a sports podcaster and host a podcast about the Detroit Lions called “The Squad with Anne Erickson.” Find my podcast here and reach out to me on socials here with your NFL thoughts.
Jeff Gorra is a Boston-based writer who has been with Beasley Media Group since the beginning of 2023. He writes about restaurants and food, as well as sports and rock music. His experience also includes show hosting and in-depth creative writing in rock and reggae dub music. Jeff’s an avid surfer, New York Giants, and Pearl Jam fan, however, if you make unforgettable pizza, he is sure to find you.
