MLB Power Rankings: Chicago Cubs Clinch, Races Tighten
By David Hill
2. The Minnesota Twins quest to revamping their front office has hit a few snags, as few people are interviewing with the team. One has to wonder if the mandate that Paul Molitor comes back is hindering that search. Nonetheless, whoever takes over as the president of baseball operations and the new general manager will have their work cut out for them on a team with not enough Major League caliber talent.. . Previous: . Minnesota Twins. 30. team
29. team. 8. Heads have already begun to roll in response to this year’s fiasco, as the Diamondbacks are cutting ties with De Jon Watson, who headed up their international scouting. Even though that does not necessarily mean that Tony LaRussa and Dave Stewart are in trouble, this may be the first of several moves in Arizona.. . Previous: . Arizona Diamondbacks
28. team. 17. The Braves may not be playing well this season, but they are showing a lot of hope for the future. The team has also responded very well to Brian Snitker, who has a 48-63 record. It may not be the sexy move to keep Snitker on as the manager next year, but it may be the right decision.. . Previous: . Atlanta Braves
Philadelphia Phillies. 27. team. 6. Was it really four months ago since the Phillies appeared as though they could be the surprise team of the year? Now, they have the worst run differential in baseball, and are plummeting like a rock down the standings. While this will help with the rebuilding effort, it is surprising how rapidly the fall from grace came after April.. . Previous:
Previous: . Oakland Athletics. 26. team. 96. It’s too little, too late, but the A’s have been much better since getting rid of the dead weight that was Billy Butler. With a breath of fresh air in the locker room, and the potential of some solid young pitching, Moneyball may not be dead after all. There could be a lot to look forward to next year..