MLB Power Rankings: Time to Accept Reality
By David Hill
San Diego Padres. 30. team. 127. The Padres are playing much better than anyone expected thus far. They are still going to struggle at times, but with players like Wil Myers, Manny Margot, and Hunter Renfroe, they may be better than we expected. Another solid week, and the Padres may climb out of the basement.. . Previous: 30th
. Previous: 25th. Oakland Athletics. 29. team. 96. The A’s previous run of success was built around their excellent starting pitching, and it looks as though Oakland has found a building block for the rotation in Jharel Cotton. Armed with the rare screwball and one of the best changeups in the game, he could be that ace they need to get back to contention.
Philadelphia Phillies. 28. team. 6. Let the closer carousel begin! To the surprise of no one, Jeanmar Gomez was deposed. The surprise was that Joaquin Benoit has taken over the role. That stay may not be for long however, with the Phillies having other options. This could be a revolving door all year.. . Previous: 18th
102. Let’s talk about something off the field here. Former Twins and Angels legend Rod Carew is doing better, having received a heart and kidney transplant in December. Recently, it was learned the organs came from former Ravens TE Konrad Reuland. Although Reuland was taken away too soon, he still lives on in the baseball legend.. . Previous: 22nd. Los Angeles Angels. 27. team
26. team. 61. The Reds have been one of the great stories of the season, with an 8-5 record to start the season. However, with 3/5 of their Opening Day rotation on the disabled list, the Reds have their work cut out to stay there.. . Previous: 27th. Cincinnati Reds