Dodgers Hold the Line, Tigers Roar Ahead in Latest MLB Power Rankings
Hey baseball fans, let's dive into the latest MLB power rankings as of the week of May 18, 2025 — and trust me, there are some major shifts, big surprises, and legendary moments to talk about.
Starting off, the Los Angeles Dodgers are back at the top spot. Not a shocker, right? They've pretty much lived there for the last decade. But what hits the heart a bit is the release of Chris Taylor. The guy's been a fixture in L.A., grinding with the team for years and winning two World Series rings. He may have struggled this season, but his legacy with the Dodgers is secure — and if they go all the way again, he’ll still get a third ring. Class act all the way.
Now, while the Dodgers are hanging onto the top, the Detroit Tigers are coming in hot — now ranked No. 2 and arguably the most exciting team in the league right now. First to 30 wins, best run differential, and scoring like it’s batting practice. Javier Báez is having a resurgence and Spencer Torkelson is smashing the ball, already topping his home run total from last year. Tigers fans, enjoy the ride — it’s been a long time coming.
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Then there's the Mets, sliding into the No. 3 spot. They just traded for lefty specialist José Castillo — not a household name, but he owns left-handed hitters and could be clutch in October. Quiet move, but it might pay off big.
On the flip side, the Padres drop a couple spots, and the Yankees? Watch out. Aaron Judge is flirting with a .400 average nearly 50 games in. That’s insane in the modern game and puts him in truly elite company.
Some other quick hits — the Phillies took a major hit with José Alvarado’s 80-game suspension, and it doesn’t just hurt now; he’s out for the postseason, too. Meanwhile, the Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong is quietly on an MVP-level pace. Third in WAR, with numbers that sound like a video game: 43 homers, 130 RBIs, and 47 steals if he keeps this up.
The Cardinals and Twins both made massive jumps, the Cards especially looking like a team reborn. Brendan Donovan? Batting .330 and leading the league in hits. And yes, Wilmer Flores is somehow doing a Barry Bonds-level stat thing over in San Francisco. Wild.
From the Mariners holding on in the AL West despite injury woes to the Braves clawing back to .500 after a miserable start — this week is everything we love about baseball. The unexpected turns, the breakout stars, the veterans chasing milestones like Clayton Kershaw nearing 3,000 strikeouts in his 18th season — it's just beautiful.
So whether you're rooting for the juggernauts, the underdogs, or just here for the chaos — this season's heating up fast. And we’re only in May. Buckle up.
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