MLB Power Rankings: Best & Worst Teams for 2026 Season

Milwaukee Brewers' William Contreras, left, celebrates with teammate Christian Yelich after they scored on a two-run home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, in San Diego.
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The Milwaukee Brewers continue to lead these updated MLB power rankings for the 2026 season.

MLB Power Rankings 2026

RankTeam
1Brewers
2Rays
3Dodgers
4Braves
5Yankees
6Cubs
7Phillies
8Red Sox
9Padres
10Diamondbacks
11White Sox
12Guardians
13Astros
14Blue Jays
15Pirates
16Rangers
17Cardinals
18Marlins
19Orioles
20Tigers
21Twins
22Mariners
23Reds
24Mets
25Nationals
26Royals
27Giants
28Athletics
29Angels
30Rockies

Stock Rising: Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers have won six in a row to climb back into the playoff picture. They are 4.5 games back of the final wild-card spot with 1.5 weeks left to play.

If the Tigers made the playoffs after trading away Tarik Skubal, that would be quite the story.

Stock Falling: Seattle Mariners

This will feel like a big missed opportunity for the Seattle Mariners after the season ends. After losing in Game 7 of last year’s ALCS, Seattle has been unable to make a weak playoff field.

The biggest culprit is the Mariners’ road performance, as they are 30-47 away from home this year.

Who is the Best MLB Team This Season?

According to these power rankings, the Milwaukee Brewers are the best MLB team in 2026. The Rays are No. 2, while the Dodgers are No. 3.

Who is the Worst MLB Team This Season?

Based on these updated power rankings, the Colorado Rockies are the worst MLB team in 2026.

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Shane Thurston is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.

Shane Thurston is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.