The MLB Power Rankings are always a hot topic for fans and analysts alike. As the season progresses, it becomes clear which teams are the strongest contenders for the playoffs, and ultimately the World Series. One thing that is certain about the 2021 Power Rankings is that the AL East is loaded with talent, as all five teams find themselves in the top ten. In addition, the Dodgers are making noise and are looking like the team to beat in the National League.
Starting with the AL East, the New York Yankees currently sit atop the division and fourth in the Power Rankings. The Yankees have been hot lately, winning nine of their last ten games and leading the league in home runs with 58. The Boston Red Sox are just behind the Yankees in both the division and Power Rankings, coming in at fifth. The Red Sox have been exceeding expectations this season, with strong performances from hitters like JD Martinez and Xander Bogaerts helping to carry the team.
The Tampa Bay Rays are next in the Power Rankings, sitting at seventh overall. The reigning AL Champions have been playing well, with strong pitching and clutch hitting. The Toronto Blue Jays are ninth in the Power Rankings, despite dealing with injuries to key players like George Springer and Teoscar Hernandez. Finally, the Baltimore Orioles are tenth overall. While the Orioles have been struggling, they have shown flashes of potential, such as their recent win against the Yankees.
Turning to the National League, the Dodgers are starting to heat up. After a slow start, the defending World Series champions have won eight of their last ten games and are now sitting atop the NL West. The Dodgers are the highest-ranked NL team in the Power Rankings, coming in at second overall, just behind the Oakland Athletics.
It’s still early in the season, but the Power Rankings give fans and analysts a good idea of which teams are in the best position to succeed. With the AL East packed with talent and the Dodgers looking like a strong contender in the NL, it will be interesting to see how the season unfolds. As always in baseball, anything can happen. Let the games begin!
