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Featured in this week’s MLB Power Rankings, the Cubs continue to rise, Fernando Tatís Jr. is suffering a power outage, the Phillies find momentum after switching managers, there’s a notable change in Miami, and the Reds probably just walked another guy.
As a reminder, this article is a combination of current performance and long-term outlook.
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Note: Rankings are from the morning of Monday, May 4
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Last week: 1
The Braves swept the Rockies over the weekend, giving them their best 35-game start (25-10) in the Modern Era. They’ve already opened up an 8.5 game lead in the NL East, for goodness sakes. It’s a nice cushion as the club waits for Ronald Acuña Jr. to return from a hamstring injury.
Last week: 3
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R.I.P to longtime Yankees radio voice John Sterling, who passed away at the age of 87.
Sterling was the quintessential showman in the radio booth. He cared about his craft, and he cared about making the game feel important and fun. I always enjoyed his play-by-play during long drives because it felt like someone was keeping me company. There will never be another one like him.
Last week: 2
Justin Wrobleski is headlining the Dodgers’ rotation, just like we all expected. The 25-year-old reeled off another scoreless outing Sunday against the Cardinals and he has now allowed one earned run or fewer in all five of his starts. The craziest thing is how he’s doing it. He didn’t strike out a single batter on Sunday and has just 15 strikeouts in 36 innings overall this season. How is that possible in 2026?
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4) Chicago Cubs ⬆️
Last week: 5
In completing a sweep over the Diamondbacks this weekend, the Cubs have now won 11 consecutive games at Wrigley Field. That’s their longest home winning streak since 2008. Michael Busch got off to a miserable start this season, but he’s hitting .288 with two homers and 15 RBI over…
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Publish date : 2026-05-04 18:46:00
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