Has there ever been a team to win there division with a losing record

Question

That could happen with the D-Backs or the Dodgers.

Answer 1

In 1994 the Texas Rangers won the AL West with a record of 52 and 62.  However, the post season was cancelled that year because of a players strike.

Answer 2

I am not sure if that has ever occurred.  I know that teams near 0.500 have won their division before.

Answer 3

I feel like the San Diego Padres did this a few years ago, but I could be wrong.

EDIT: I was thinking of 2005, but they actually finished with an 82-80 record.

Answer 4

SD in '05 was 82-80 i think that was the worst!!

Answer 5

I don't believe that this has ever happed in MLB.

In the NFL, Cleveland, in 1985 won their division at 7-9.