Jul 8, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) talks with starting pitcher Hunter Brown (58) on the mound during the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Jul 8, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) talks with starting pitcher Hunter Brown (58) on the mound during the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
These are the American League power rankings in MLB:
1. Detroit Tigers
May 7, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detroit Tigers first base Spencer Torkelson (20) RBI doubles in the tenth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Great rotation and getting production from young hitters. They have been, without a doubt, the best team in the American League since the season began.
2. Houston Astros
May 18, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez (59) throws a pitch during the second inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images
They have taken over the AL West, even though they are still without their star hitter in Yordan Alvarez.
3. Toronto Blue Jays
Jun 9, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) hits a solo home run against the St. Louis Cardinals during the eighth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
They have been playing great baseball lately and have taken over top spot in the AL East.
4. New York Yankees
Mar 29, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Cody Bellinger (35) hits an RBI single in the sixth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
Their pitching has let them down over the past couple of weeks, but they still remain a contender.
5. Boston Red Sox
Jul 6, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet (35) throws a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the third inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images
Lack of pitching depth might be a problem, but they are dangerous offensively and they have been on fire over the last 10 days.
6. Tampa Bay Rays
Mar 29, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays third base Junior Caminero (13) singles to right field against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Dave Nelson-Imagn Images
They have slowed down a little since their hot month, but are still a playoff team for now.
7. Seattle Mariners
Apr 12, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (29) hits a solo-home run against the Texas Rangers during the fifth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
Their starting pitching is solid and getting healthy, and their lineup is much better than last year.
8. Texas Rangers
Jul 1, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (48) throws during the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Pitching, especially the starting pitching, has been excellent. The lineup is letting them down.
9. Los Angeles Angels
May 4, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto (9) hits an RBI double against the Detroit Tigers during the seventh inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
The Angels bats have been great lately.
10. Minnesota Twins
Jul 2, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) reacts following his single against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images
The Twins are one of the most inconsistent teams in the league.
11. Kansas City Royals
Apr 11, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic (50) delivers a pitch in the second inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
Their pitching is good, but the offense is letting them down.
12. Baltimore Orioles
Apr 11, 20024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holiday (7) bats against the Boston Red Sox during the eighth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports
Although still in last place, they have been playing better lately and could go on a run.
13. Cleveland Guardians
Apr 5, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) grounds out in the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
They are playing inconsistent baseball and now sit in 4th place in their division.
14. Athletics
Apr 18, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Athletics first baseman Tyler Soderstrom (21) singles during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
15. Chicago White Sox
Jun 28, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Adrian Houser (57) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the San Francisco Giants at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
