September is nearly here and as always we are seeing some clear separation between the haves and the have-nots in Major League Baseball. There are only two real close division races in the Bigs \u2013 the rest of the divisions have leaders running away. <\/p>\n
For the second Ranking in a row, National League teams occupy the top two spots \u2013 let\u2019s take a look at how it all shakes down in Dave B\u2019s bi-weekly version of the MLB Power Rankings.<\/p>\n
1. Washington Nationals <\/strong>(2) \u2013 The Nats lead MLB in wins but have some controversy following them around \u2013 will Steven Strasburg exceed his innings quota or will the Nats do the unthinkable and shut him down? Bryce Harper is slumping badly at the moment as well putting Washington\u2019s top spot in peril.<\/p>\n 2. Cincinnati Reds<\/strong> (1) \u2013 The Reds have been the best team in the Majors since the All-Star break and have opened up a six game lead over the Pirates. All this without Joey Votto!<\/p>\n 3. New York Yankees<\/strong> (3) \u2013 The Yanks made the Rangers look average last week \u2013 not an easy task. CC Sabathia is on the DL right now along with a host of New York pitchers but they still keep plugging along with the best record in the American League.<\/p>\n 4. Texas Rangers<\/strong> (4) \u2013 The Rangers are 5-5 in their last 10 games and the addition of Ryan Dempster doesn\u2019t seem to have had much effect just yet. Yu Darvish is struggling a tad as well. But with the best hitting lineup in the majors, expect the Rangers to remain near the top of the rankings.<\/p>\n 5. Atlanta Braves<\/strong> (5) \u2013 Have been coming on as of late and are now 20 games over .500. They have opened up quite a decent lead in the Wild card and should qualify for the playoffs barring a meltdown.<\/p>\n 6. Tampa Bay Rays<\/strong> (15) \u2013 Has been the hottest team in MLB the last couple of weeks and they have finally leap-frogged the pesky Orioles. Having Evan Longoria back should help an offensively challenged team down the stretch.<\/p>\n 7. Los Angeles Dodgers<\/strong> (10) \u2013 The Dodgers seem to have gotten over their funk and are now locked in an intense battle with the Giants if the NL West. They added some key pieces at the deadline \u2013 most of which are paying off!<\/p>\n 8. San Francisco Giants<\/strong> (9) \u2013 The Giants lost their MVP Melky Cabrera for 50 games due to suspension and although they still lead the Dodgers in the standings they now lag behind in the Power Rankings!<\/p>\n 9. Chicago White Sox<\/strong> (7) \u2013 have been just Ok the last couple of weeks but still stand 11 games over .500 and atop the AL Central. Adam Dunn is scorching but the absence of Paul Konerko could be an issue.<\/p>\n 10. Baltimore Orioles<\/strong> (14) \u2013 The Orioles just keep hanging around! They have gone 6-4 in their last 10 and are still in the playoff hunt \u2013 amazing!<\/p>\n 11. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim<\/strong> (8) \u2013 had the best record in baseball from May through the All-Star break but they have struggled lately \u2013 the rotation and the offense just aren\u2019t getting it done consistently.<\/p>\n 12. Pittsburgh Pirates<\/strong> (6) \u2013 sliding a bit but still sit an incredible 12 games over .500. AJ Burnett has proven to be a solid Ace \u2013 I can\u2019t believe I just said that!<\/p>\n 13. Oakland Athletics<\/strong> (11) \u2013 hangin\u2019 tough \u2013 they are a nice story aren\u2019t they? \u00a0[dfads params=’groups=10&limit=1&return_javascript=0′]<\/p>\n 14. St. Louis Cardinals<\/strong> (12) \u2013 The Cards linger in the NL Central thanks to Carlos Beltran and Matt Holiday. They are built for success and could creep up the Rankings in the near future.<\/p>\n 15. Detroit Tigers<\/strong> (13) \u2013 have been awful on the road this season but play some games at home the next week or two. Let\u2019s face it \u2013 this team is full of Studs!<\/p>\n 16. Boston Red Sox (18)<\/strong> Another MLB gambling season. It\u2019s time to NOW bring your best\u00a0baseball betting<\/a>\u00a0hat to the table for gambling on baseball. Cappers Picks all season long provides\u00a0MLB baseball gambling<\/a>\u00a0predictions, so check back often.<\/p>\n Dave B\u2019s MLB Power Ratings \u2013 Aug 20 September is nearly here and as always we are seeing some clear separation between the haves and the have-nots in Major League Baseball. 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\n 17. Arizona Diamondbacks (16)<\/strong>
\n 18. Toronto Blue Jays (18)<\/strong>
\n 19. Cleveland Indians (19)<\/strong>
\n 20. Philadelphia Phillies (23)<\/strong>
\n 21. New York Mets (20)<\/strong>
\n 22. Miami Marlins (21)<\/strong>
\n 23. Seattle Mariners (22)<\/strong>
\n 24. Milwaukee Brewers (24)<\/strong>
\n 25. Minnesota Twins (25)<\/strong>
\n 26. Kansas City Royals (26)<\/strong>
\n 27. San Diego Padres (27)<\/strong>
\n 28. Chicago Cubs (28)<\/strong>
\n 29. Colorado Rockies (29)<\/strong>
\n 30. Houston Astros (30)<\/strong><\/p>\n**CLICK HERE TO GRAB OUR BEST Picks Packages for 2012 MLB Betting!**<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"