MLB Power Rankings: The surprising starts continue for another week
By David Hill
30. team. 82. Maybe the Marlins can’t hit, but the pitching has some pieces for the future. It is early, but the duo of Trevor Williams and Caleb Smith have looked very good thus far. Pablo Lopez and Sandy Alcantara may be struggling right now, but they are still showing signs of promise. If Miami can find some bats, they could be an interesting spoiler later in the year.. . Previous: . Miami Marlins
Chris Davis’ nightmare is over, as he broke out of a 0-54 slump in a big way. Davis had three hits and four RBI on Saturday, a key factor in the Orioles victory over the Red Sox. Although he did not carry that momentum over to Sunday, he should be in a much better place mentally when he steps into the batter’s box.. . Previous: . Baltimore Orioles. 29. team. 11
Colorado Rockies. 28. team. 108. The Rockies pitching has been okay, as they rank solidly in the middle of the National League in ERA. However, in a strange twist of fate, the Rockies cannot score any runs, ranking dead last in the NL. In nine of their 16 games this season, Colorado has scored two or fewer runs, a stark departure from what we have all been used to.. . Previous:
Chicago White Sox. 27. team. 128. On the plus side, the White Sox took two out of three from the Yankees over the weekend. Carlos Rodon appears to be taking the steps needed to be a top of the rotation arm, and Alex Colome has been perfect as the closer. However, the White Sox haven’t been able to beat any other team, with just three wins in their other 11 games.. . Previous:
7. On the heels of a 10 game losing streak, the Royals swept the Indians. Yup. It’s already been that kind of season. Amazingly, Homer Bailey (?!) turned the clock back to 2013, firing seven shutout innings on Saturday. Richard Lovelady has provided a viable arm in the bullpen, and Alex Gordon is back to 2014 form. If only the rest of the bullpen was competent.. . Previous: . Kansas City Royals. 26. team