Then why have divisions at all?
We have small divisions, simply to maximize the number of Yankees/RedSox matchups for television purposes. Personally I’d prefer a two division format or even the elimination of divisions altogether. As a Braves fan I have no interest at all in seeing the Marlins and Nationals 36 times a year. It’s just tedious. Additionally, I think the pennant races were more interesting with the old two division, no wildcard, format.