Ron Raymond’s MLB Power Ratings – June 12, 2024

As we approach the midway point of the MLB season, the latest power ratings reveal which teams are climbing the ranks and which are struggling. Based on recent performance, strength of schedule (SOS), and overall power rating (PR), here's a comprehensive look at the current state of the league.

Top Performers:

1. NY Yankees (48-21, .696 Winning %, SOS: 49.43, PR: 0.60)
   • The Yankees maintain their dominant form with an impressive winning percentage and a robust power rating.
2. Baltimore Orioles (44-22, .667 Winning %, SOS: 48.68, PR: 0.58)
   • Baltimore continues to excel, showing strong resilience and maintaining a high power rating against a challenging schedule.
3. Philadelphia Phillies (46-20, .697 Winning %, SOS: 45.18, PR: 0.57)
   • The Phillies are performing exceptionally well, handling their schedule with impressive results.
4. Cleveland Indians (43-22, .662 Winning %, SOS: 44.34, PR: 0.55)
   • Cleveland remains a dominant force, with a high winning percentage and a solid power rating.
5. Los Angeles Dodgers (42-26, .618 Winning %, SOS: 48.14, PR: 0.55)
   • The Dodgers show great consistency, maintaining a strong position with a solid power rating.

Teams on the Rise:

1. Houston Astros (31-37, .456 Winning %, SOS: 50.85, PR: 0.48)
   • The Astros are starting to find their stride, climbing the rankings with strong recent performances.
2. Toronto Blue Jays (33-34, .493 Winning %, SOS: 51.65, PR: 0.50)
   • Toronto is making progress, showing potential with solid performances against a challenging schedule.

Underperformers:

1. Chicago White Sox (17-51, .250 Winning %, SOS: 55.28, PR: 0.40)
   • The White Sox continue to struggle significantly, facing a tough schedule and finding it hard to convert games into wins.
2. Miami Marlins (23-43, .349 Winning %, SOS: 50.75, PR: 0.43)
   • The Marlins are having a challenging season, reflected in their low win rate and mid-level strength of schedule.
3. Oakland Athletics (26-43, .378 Winning %, SOS: 52.05, PR: 0.45)
   • The Athletics are underperforming, with a difficult schedule impacting their overall performance.

Power Rating Table (Top and Bottom 5):

Analysis:

The Yankees, Orioles, and Phillies continue to dominate the league with their impressive performances and strong power ratings. Cleveland and the Dodgers are also showing consistency and strength. On the other hand, the White Sox, Marlins, and Athletics are struggling to find their footing. Keep an eye on the Astros and Blue Jays as they rise through the rankings with their recent strong performances.

As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how teams adapt and whether their power ratings improve or decline based on their performance trends and opposition strength!