Power Rankings Update: A New No. 1 Rises in the NL, AL Contenders Making Noise

If you’ve caught even a glimpse of a Mets game recently, you’ll understand why their fans are buzzing with excitement. (We’ll just quietly set aside Sunday afternoon’s stumble against the Nationals!) Not only are the Mets chasing their ultimate goal of topping the NL East, but they’ve also achieved a major milestone: claiming the No. 1 spot in this week’s MLB Power Rankings update— their first time back at the top in over a year.

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1. New No. 1: Mets (Previous Rank: 3)

The Mets have quickly become one of the most thrilling stories in baseball this season — and keep in mind, Juan Soto hasn’t even fully hit his stride yet. Over the weekend, Queens welcomed back two familiar faces from injury: Jeff McNeil and Francisco Alvarez. While their 2024 seasons haven’t been perfect so far, the energy around the team feels better than it has in a long time.

2. Dodgers (Previous Rank: 1)

Is it time to worry about the Dodgers’ bench? Despite their veteran experience — which could prove valuable come October — their depth is showing cracks. Enrique Hernández entered Sunday hitting just .145, Austin Barnes at .174, Miguel Rojas at .162, and Chris Taylor has yet to record an extra-base hit. Their star power remains, but depth is becoming a concern.

3. Cubs (Previous Rank: 4)

Are the Cubs quietly becoming the safest bet to reach the postseason? It’s a strong argument to make, with their consistent performance making them one of the most reliable teams in the league right now.

4. Padres (Previous Rank: 2)

Fernando Tatis Jr. is officially back — and he’s playing like the superstar we all know. He’s lowering his strikeout rate, attacking pitches in the zone, and stealing bases at an impressive clip. Expect Tatis and Kyle Tucker to be neck-and-neck in the MVP race all season long.

5. Tigers (Previous Rank: 8)

The Tigers are making waves! After an impressive week, they not only lead the AL Central but also boast the best run differential in all of baseball — an unexpected but exciting development for Detroit fans.

6. Giants (Previous Rank: 7)

It was a special weekend for the Giants as they celebrated Brandon Crawford Day, honoring the franchise’s all-time leader in games played at shortstop and a two-time World Series champion.

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