MLB Power Rankings: Kansas City Royals Streaking to Contention

team. 128. Well, the White Sox pulled off the first blockbuster trade of the deadline, sending Todd Frazier, David Robertson, and Tommy Kahnle to the Yankees. Despite the talent heading New York’s way, the White Sox return is fairly disappointing. Can one of those prospects turn into an impact piece in the future?. . Previous: 23rd. Chicago White Sox. 25

The most interesting news surrounding the A’s actually come from a former player. Yoenis Cespedes stated that he wants to finish his career in Oakland, as they were the team that gave him his first MLB contract. Considering he’s property of the Mets until 2020, this is an interesting time to mention a return to the Athletics.. . Previous: 27th. Oakland Athletics. 24. team. 96

11. First they’re buying. Then they’re selling. Now, Dan Duquette says the Orioles are going to be buyers. Considering how many teams they need to leapfrog in the standings, and their struggles to find starting pitching, it is time to put up the for sale sign.. . Previous: 22nd. Baltimore Orioles. 23. team

22. team. 82. Does anyone actually want to purchase the Marlins? Jeb! dropped out, then jumped back in with another prospective ownership group. Then Tagg Romney dropped out. Meanwhile, Jeffrey Loria continues to drag his feet in picking a new owner. If he keeps waiting, other potential groups may drop out, lowering the price.. . Previous: 18th. Miami Marlins

For all the talk of how the Mets wanted to part with Jay Bruce last offseason, the same sense of urgency to trade him is not there this year. Instead, the Mets are desperate to move Curtis Granderson, although he seems almost impossible to send elsewhere.. . Previous: 25th. New York Mets. 21. team. 3