MLB Power Rankings: Mid-May 2025 Update

The National League continues to dominate in Week 7 of our MLB Power Rankings, with the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets holding firm at the top. However, the Detroit Tigers are making waves in the American League, climbing to the No. 3 spot after a stellar performance.

Key Highlights:

• Detroit Tigers: With the AL's best record, the Tigers have jumped from No. 5 to No. 3, surpassing the San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs. Javier Baez's resurgence has been a key factor, as he transitions from infielder to center fielder and delivers clutch performances, including a walk-off homer against Boston.
• Subway Series: This weekend's clash between the New York Mets and New York Yankees promises to be a thrilling encounter. Both teams are in the top five, with the Mets holding the No. 2 spot and the Yankees reentering at No. 5.
• Los Angeles Dodgers: Despite injuries to key pitchers like Shohei Ohtani and Blake Snell, the Dodgers remain at the top. Clayton Kershaw's return to the rotation is expected to provide a much-needed boost.
• New York Mets: Brett Baty has been a revelation since his recall from Triple-A, homering four times in recent games and solidifying his role in the lineup.

Expert Insights:

Our panel of ESPN MLB experts, including David Schoenfield, Buster Olney, and Alden Gonzalez, provide in-depth analysis on all 30 teams. From the San Diego Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr.'s walk-off heroics to the Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Schwarber's power surge, the 2025 season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet.

Full Rankings:

1. Los Angeles Dodgers (28-15)
2. New York Mets (28-16)
3. Detroit Tigers (29-15)
4. San Diego Padres (27-15)
5. New York Yankees (25-18)
6. Philadelphia Phillies (25-18)
7. Chicago Cubs (25-19)
8. San Francisco Giants (25-19)
9. Seattle Mariners (23-19)
10. Cleveland Guardians (25-18)

Stay tuned as the season unfolds, and don't miss the Subway Series this weekend for a showdown that could define the early part of the season.