White Sox excel in MLB's first half, others struggle in American League
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
As the 2026 MLB season reaches its midpoint, teams are receiving grades based on performance. The Chicago White Sox have excelled, sitting above.500, a significant turnaround from their previous seasons. Conversely, the Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox struggle, both earning a D grade as inconsistency plagues their seasons. The Athletics remain in contention despite a low overall performance, while the Detroit Tigers fall to an F grade amid high expectations. Upcoming performances will dictate whether struggling teams can improve before the All-Star break.
- •Chicago White Sox receive an 'A' grade, leading their division.
- •Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox struggle with D grades.
- •Detroit Tigers receive an F grade despite offseason moves.
- •Athletics remain contenders despite a sub-.500 record.
- 1:01 PMCBS Sports — MLB halfway grades for every American League team: White Sox lead the pack, Mariners, Blue Jays failing
"Almost all of the would-be AL contenders have been a disappointment in the first half
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