Much like the American League, the National League is filled with lots of impeccable walk-up music that delivers the perfect tone before a key at-bat.
But with the factor of pitchers in the batting order, the NL has a unique bonus that only adds to the fun.
Here are the top seven walk-up tracks in the NL:
7. Greg Garcia - The Price is Right Theme
When someone uses the theme song from one of the greatest TV game shows ever, there's always a small chance he was pranked by a teammate. Except there's no prank here: Garcia actually gets pumped to the memories of games like Plinko and Punch a Bunch.
6. Hunter Pence - My Boo (Ghost Town DJs)
"If your game is on, give me a call boo."
You better believe Pence is up to date on his internet memes. "My Boo" was originally released over 20 years ago but the track has resurfaced recently due to the "Running Man Challenge." And with a .379 OBP in 2016, Pence has plenty of opportunities to show off his own Running Man.
5. Stephen Strasburg - Seven Nation Army (The White Stripes)
"I'm gonna fight 'em off. A seven nation army couldn't hold me back."
There aren't many people who don't recognize the iconic opening guitar riff from "Seven Nation Army." Strasburg uses that fact to full advantage in his walk-ups as fans bob their heads in rhythmic unison when he approaches the plate.
4. Anthony Rizzo - Bad Blood (Taylor Swift)
"'Cause, baby, now we got bad blood. You know it used to be mad love."
Let's be honest: It isn't very menacing to walk up to bat with Taylor Swift blaring over the speakers. And that's completely fine. Rather than going the intimidating route, Rizzo prefers to keep it lighthearted and fun before he mashes some poor, unsuspecting pitcher for a home run.
3. Tyler Chatwood - Careless Whisper (George Michael)
"I'm never gonna dance again. Guilty feet have got no rhythm."
The Rockies starter may not be the most feared bat in a lineup that also contains Nolan Arenado and Trevor Story, but getting to hear that fantastic saxophone solo every time he steps out of the on-deck circle puts him at No. 3 for good reason.
2. Joc Pederson - Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Theme (DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince)
"In west Philadelphia born and raised, on the playground was where I spent most of my days ..."
He may not hail from west Philadelphia, but Pederson plies his trade every year only an hour's drive away from the affluent Bel-Air neighborhood at Dodgers Stadium for half the baseball season. But the fact he's a California native himself makes it that much better.
1. Noah Syndergaard - O Fortuna (Carl Orff)
Imagine this: You're a Norse God set out to slay your fiercest enemy in a heavyweight showdown for the ages. As lightning strikes all around you, there's a chorus of voices singing an overpowering, intense track playing in the background, gradually increasing in volume as you slowly approach your foe. That's "O Fortuna," and it's the perfect fit for someone who goes by "Thor."
