MLB Power Rankings: Clearing Up the Postseason Picture

Sep 23, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Fans in the bleachers celebrate the Chicago Cubs win against the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field. The Cubs won 5-0. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 23, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Fans in the bleachers celebrate the Chicago Cubs win against the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field. The Cubs won 5-0. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports /
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21. The Tampa Bay Rays may be in the worst spot of any of the teams in the bottom third. Not only could they fall outside of the top five in terms of their draft selection, but they do not have many impact prospects on the cusp of the Majors. It may well be a couple of long years in Tampa Bay while they attempt to get back to contention.. . . Tampa Bay Rays. 25. team

24. team. 127. We are starting to see a bit of the future in San Diego, and it looks promising. <a rel=. . . San Diego Padres

128. Looking at the White Sox now, it is hard to imagine that they were one of the top teams in baseball in April. They even made an attempt to bolster the rotation, bringing in <a rel=. . . Chicago White Sox. 23. team

61. A funny thing happened as the Reds began their rebuild – they played better. Bringing in younger players has given the team a new life, and the offense looks promising. Right now, the Reds need to focus on their pitching staff, in every aspect. The biggest question this offseason may involve Rasiel Iglesias’ future – is he a starter, or should be become the Reds closer?. . . Cincinnati Reds. 22. team

76. The Brewers are considering giving manager <a rel=. . . Milwaukee Brewers. 21. team