The Brewers have now won 10 straight games, including all six of their matchups against the Dodgers in that span, and are suddenly tied with the division-rival Cubs for the best record in the National League.

MLB power rankings: Astros aren't running away with playoff berth - to detractors' delight. ... First team to give up 25 runs in a game and not drop in power rankings. (We think).

The Houston Astros have taken the top spot in the power rankings. Their rise is fueled by a combination of stellar pitching and consistent offensive output. The Astros’ rotation, led by veterans like Justin Verlander and young talents such as Hunter Brown, has proved lethal for the opponents.

MLB Power Rankings: Houston Astros, New York Yankees & Dodgers headline Ben's list. Ben Verlander updates his MLB Power Rankings after Week 16, with the Astros surpassing the Yankees at No. 1.

MLB power rankings: Astros in danger of blowing AL West crown - and playoff berth. Gabe Lacques. USA TODAY. It's been chic, at times even appropriate, to call the Houston Astros cheaters in recent ...

MLB Power Rankings: Astros make statement as defending champs move back into top five ... Every single year in the Power Rankings comments, I have one team that is a total thorn in my side.

This week's MLB Power Rankings takes a look at the direction of all 30 teams. The Houston Astros look alive. The San Diego Padres need your prayers.

Read the latest MLB Power Rankings from The Athletic MLB staff. By Tim Britton, Grant Brisbee and Kaitlyn McGrath We’re still so fresh into the 2024 season that almost every observation has to ...

Since those first 36 games, the Astros are an MLB-best 65-42. They've been the best team in the AL in that stretch by a whopping seven games. They just got Kyle Tucker back in the lineup, too.