MLB Power Rankings: Pick Your Dumpster Fire Edition

By David Hill | May 8, 2017

May 6, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Washington Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon (6) celebrates his three run home run with first baseman Ryan Zimmerman (11) and second baseman Daniel Murphy (20) during the sixth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /

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May 6, 2017; Cincinnati, OH, USA; San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy watches from the dugout during a game against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: David Kohl-USA TODAY Sports /

7. Of all the possible trade chips for the Kansas City Royals, Jason Vargas may bring back the biggest return. While he will not continue to produce a 1.19 ERA and a 0.928 WHiP over the course of the season, he looks like a completely different pitcher this year.. . Previous: 30th. Kansas City Royals. 30. team

Remember when the Giants seemed to be a contender? Was it really just a couple of weeks ago? With an 11-21 record and a -69 run differential, the worst in baseball, it is difficult to imagine that things will change soon.. . Previous: 28th. San Francisco Giants. 29. team. 40

127. After playing relatively well at the start of the year, one has to wonder if the Padres are coming back down to Earth. They have lost their last four games in a row, and have the second worst run differential in the game. At least San Diego fans knew this would be a rebuilding year.. . Previous: 27th. San Diego Padres. 28. team

team. 39. The best story for the Blue Jays may have been Joe Biagini’s start on Sunday. Pressed into service due to injuries, he allowed just an unearned run in four innings. He’ll get another turn in the rotation, and if he pitches well, could be an answer as the fifth starter.. . Previous: 29th. Toronto Blue Jays. 27

17. So much for the Braves dreams of contending. After having hopes of being decent this year, the Braves have the look of sellers once again. Given the Mets pitching situation, maybe they can send Bartolo Colon back to New York, where he’ll be given a hero’s welcome.. . Previous: 23rd. Atlanta Braves. 26. team

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