5 dark-horse teams for a postseason run

If the postseason began today, exactly half of the 10 entrants would be teams that didn’t advance to the October dance a year ago. That qualifies as a season loaded with standings surprises, but, of course, we know better than to assume there aren’t any more surprises in store. Let’s examine five clubs currently on the outside of that playoff picture who, for one reason or another, have a realistic chance of getting in.