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Dodgers maintain top spot in MLB power rankings as trade deadline approaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 8:08 PM

Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Dodgers maintain top spot in MLB power rankings as trade deadline approaches

Summary

As the MLB regular season resumes post-All-Star break, the Los Angeles Dodgers hold the No. 1 ranking with a record of 61-36. They lead the NL West despite a recent home sweep against Arizona. The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays follow in the rankings with records of 59-37 and 56-38, respectively. The Philadelphia Phillies are making a strong push, currently at 54-43 after a difficult start to the season, under interim manager Don Mattingly. With fewer than 70 games left, teams are looking to assess their positions heading into the upcoming Aug. 3 trade deadline for potential playoff pushes.

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By the Numbers

•Dodgers lead MLB with a record of 61-36.
•Brewers rank second despite struggling with home runs.
•Rays reclaim first in the AL East amid Yankees' slump.
•Phillies rally from a poor start to challenge for postseason.
•Aug. 3 trade deadline could impact playoff races.

Latest Updates

8:08 PMYahoo Sports — MLB power rankings: As Phillies move up, top 3 remain with No. 1 Dodgers in prime position to coast until playoff time

What they're saying

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This marks the start of what is commonly called the second half, but in reality, there’s a lot less than 50% of the schedule remaining, as clubs have fewer than 70 games left to play before the postseason arrives.
— Yahoo Sportsby Jordan Shusterman

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