Cardinals surge in MLB power rankings as Joshua Báez makes historic debut
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:52 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The St. Louis Cardinals have climbed in the MLB power rankings after winning four consecutive series. Rookie Joshua Báez had a historic debut, contributing significantly to the team's performance. The Cardinals are now above.500 and within three games of a playoff spot. They are set to play eight games this week, including a pivotal series against the Cincinnati Reds, against whom they have had recent success. Their upcoming matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies could further impact their playoff push.
- •Cardinals won eight of their last 12 games.
- •Joshua Báez had the greatest debut in major league history.
- •Team is three games from a playoff spot.
- •Next week includes an eight-game stretch against the Reds and Phillies.
- •Cardinals have a recent winning record against the Reds.
- 8:52 PMYahoo Sports — MLB Power Rankings: Brewers make statement against Dodgers, Joshua Báez is here
- 10:09 AMYahoo Sports — MLB power rankings: Cardinals back in race as Joshua Báez arrives with bang
"The Brewers, Dodgers and Braves top this week's MLB power rankings, but the Cardinals could be making some noise.
"The Padres crack the top 10 this week while chaos continues to rule the crowded American League playoff picture.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 8:52 PMMLB Power Rankings: Brewers make statement against Dodgers, Joshua Báez is here
The Padres crack the top 10 this week while chaos continues to rule the crowded American League playoff picture.
- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 10:09 AMMLB power rankings: Cardinals back in race as Joshua Báez arrives with bang
The Brewers, Dodgers and Braves top this week's MLB power rankings, but the Cardinals could be making some noise.
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