The 10 most intriguing players of the MLB postseason

Playoff baseball is upon us. Ten teams have a chance at advancing to the World Series, and they'll need a combination of great performances and great luck to get there. This time of year isn't just about stars excelling. It's also about a player making a big play when it's most needed.

Likewise, when you're thinking about the most intriguing players of the postseason, it's not always just a team's biggest star (though in some cases, that player is the most intriguing). Our list of most intriguing players includes guys with a compelling story, guys who could be a hero, guys with a lot on the line.

So here they are, 10 players we'll be watching — some for different reasons than others — as the MLB postseason begins.