Dodgers Drop from Top Spot as Marlins Enter MLB’s Top 5 Rankings
The opening week of the 2026 MLB season delivered quick storylines and surprises. Teams showed early strengths and weaknesses in short samples.
Week one surprises
The Miami Marlins started 5-1. That result shocked many observers.
The Milwaukee Brewers and New York Yankees also began 5-1. Milwaukee accomplished that despite trading Freddy Peralta away.
Top five snapshot
- 1. New York Yankees — 5-1. Their starting rotation has been historically dominant early on.
- 2. Los Angeles Dodgers — 4-2. Los Angeles remains the most talented club on paper.
- 3. Milwaukee Brewers — 5-1. The Brewers won without last season’s ace and without Jackson Chourio.
- 4. Houston Astros — 5-2. Houston swept the Boston Red Sox in their recent series.
- 5. Miami Marlins — 5-1. Sandy Alcantara led the staff during the hot start.
This week shows a Dodgers drop in placement, while the Marlins enter MLB top 5 rankings. Filmogaz.com tracked every major development.
Notable storylines and roster notes
- Paul Skenes struggled on Opening Day but improved in his next start.
- The Pittsburgh Pirates promoted top prospect Konnor Griffin. The club also gave him a historic contract extension.
- Mike Trout looked like his usual elite self while the Angels started 3-4.
- Shohei Ohtani made notable two-way appearances for the Dodgers during early games.
- Corbin Burnes remains an important return target for the Diamondbacks as they build depth.
Midpack and rebuilding teams
- St. Louis Cardinals began 4-2 with one of baseball’s youngest rosters.
- Boston Red Sox sit at 1-5 despite significant talent on the roster.
- San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, and New York Mets all posted mixed 3-4 or 2-4 starts.
- Several teams, including the Cubs and Phillies, opened around .500 and should improve.
Bottom of the list
- Chicago White Sox and Oakland Athletics each began 1-5. Wins were scarce early.
- Minnesota Twins and Colorado Rockies started 2-4. Both need better early returns.
- Tampa Bay Rays are 2-4 after the opening stretch. The team hopes to rebound.
Records are based on the first week of the 2026 season. Small samples can change fast.
Filmogaz.com will update these rankings as the season progresses and trends emerge.
