This week’s MLB Power Rankings highlight Quinn Priester‘s continued success, Trea Turner‘s stint on the injured list, the Yankees’ knack for pitch tipping, Cal Raleigh‘s historical home runs, the Orioles’ incredible comeback, and more.
(These rankings reflect both current performance and long-term projections.)
1) Milwaukee Brewers
Last week: 1
The Brewers maintain their top spot in the rankings with 89 wins and 18 games remaining, positioning them to potentially set a franchise record of 97 wins. Over the weekend, Quinn Priester achieved a franchise milestone by winning his 11th consecutive game.
2) Philadelphia Phillies
Last week: 2
Although the Phillies have lost Zack Wheeler for the season, injuries are piling up for Trea Turner (hamstring) and Alec Bohm (shoulder). Turner is currently the only NL hitter with a .300 average. The Phillies look strong for the NL East, but will Turner be fully healthy for the playoffs?
3) Toronto Blue Jays ⬆️
Last week: 4
Recent dramatic events, including a confrontation over a home run ball from a Phillies-Marlins game, have captured attention, but the focus is on the spirit of fans like the Blue Jay supporter who assisted a young Yankees fan.
4) Detroit Tigers ⬇️
Last week: 3
Injuries hit hard as Kyle Finnegan landed on the injured list with a right adductor strain. Since joining from the Nationals, he has pitched 14 1/3 scoreless innings with a remarkable 19/3 K/BB ratio, hoping to return before the postseason.
5) New York Yankees ⬆️
Last week: 7
The Yankees closed the gap in the AL East to two games after winning two out of three over the weekend. Pitch tipping became a topic of conversation following Ben Rice‘s three-run homer against Max Scherzer, a practice that remains legal, although the Yankees are noticeably more overt about it than others.
6) Chicago Cubs ⬇️
Last week: 5
The Cubs are grappling with injury issues. Kyle Tucker is dealing with a calf problem, Pete Crow-Armstrong sustained a knee injury, and closer Daniel Palencia hurt his shoulder during a game against the Nationals.
7) Los Angeles Dodgers ⬇️
Last week: 6
Shohei Ohtani hit his 47th and 48th home runs on Sunday, helping the Dodgers end a five-game losing streak, even though the Padres have yet to capitalize on their recent struggles.
