New Leader in MLB Power Rankings as Reds Soar
The opening weeks of the 2026 MLB season have produced big swings. Filmogaz.com publishes a second set of weekly power rankings.
How the rankings were made
The list weighs current record, recent form and season-long potential. It is not driven by wins alone.
Early-season lists are volatile. Expect substantial movement in the coming weeks.
Big picture
A new leader has emerged this week. The Los Angeles Dodgers now sit atop our MLB power rankings.
The New York Yankees fell to No. 2 after a pair of losses. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Reds soar up the list.
Top 10 snapshot
- 1 — Los Angeles Dodgers (9-3). Still the class of the sport early on.
- 2 — New York Yankees (8-4). Strong overall, but a few hiccups dropped them.
- 3 — Atlanta Braves (8-5). Good despite missing key starters.
- 4 — Milwaukee Brewers (8-4). Efficient and steady through small-ball play.
- 5 — Cleveland Guardians (8-5). Pitching has been their backbone so far.
- 6 — Miami Marlins (8-5). Sandy Alcántara is an early Cy Young favorite.
- 7 — Texas Rangers (7-5). Starting pitching gives them upside.
- 8 — Cincinnati Reds (8-5). A major riser from much lower last week.
- 9 — Houston Astros (6-7). Started hot, then cooled off.
- 10 — Toronto Blue Jays (5-7). Injuries have damaged the rotation.
Notable storylines
The Reds soar up the board after a strong stretch. Their balanced play has generated momentum.
Miami looks legit two weeks in. Alcántara’s dominance makes him an early Cy Young frontrunner.
Los Angeles reclaimed the top spot. That change produced a clear new leader this week.
Other movers and concerns
- Padres (7-6): Mason Miller has been electric in late innings.
- Pirates (7-5): Paul Skenes recovered after a rough first start.
- Cardinals (7-5): Jordan Walker is emerging as a key bat.
- Blue Jays: Rotation injuries remain the primary worry.
- Tigers (4-9): A slow start undermines preseason hopes.
- Mariners (4-9): Talent is present, but results have lagged.
Standouts and short takes
Sandy Alcántara: Early Cy Young buzz. His starts have been dominant.
Mason Miller: High-leverage shutdown appearances for San Diego.
Paul Skenes: Rebounded quickly and looks more like his prospect form.
Full rankings
| Rank | Team | Record | Previous |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles Dodgers | 9-3 | 2 |
| 2 | New York Yankees | 8-4 | 1 |
| 3 | Atlanta Braves | 8-5 | 6 |
| 4 | Milwaukee Brewers | 8-4 | 3 |
| 5 | Cleveland Guardians | 8-5 | 10 |
| 6 | Miami Marlins | 8-5 | 5 |
| 7 | Texas Rangers | 7-5 | 9 |
| 8 | Cincinnati Reds | 8-5 | 22 |
| 9 | Houston Astros | 6-7 | 4 |
| 10 | Toronto Blue Jays | 5-7 | 7 |
| 11 | Philadelphia Phillies | 6-6 | 15 |
| 12 | Arizona Diamondbacks | 7-6 | 8 |
| 13 | Baltimore Orioles | 6-6 | 12 |
| 14 | New York Mets | 7-6 | 18 |
| 15 | St. Louis Cardinals | 7-5 | 20 |
| 16 | Pittsburgh Pirates | 7-5 | 23 |
| 17 | San Diego Padres | 7-6 | 21 |
| 18 | Boston Red Sox | 4-8 | 19 |
| 19 | San Francisco Giants | 5-8 | 17 |
| 20 | Kansas City Royals | 5-8 | 11 |
| 21 | Chicago Cubs | 6-6 | 16 |
| 22 | Oakland Athletics | 5-7 | 27 |
| 23 | Minnesota Twins | 7-6 | 29 |
| 24 | Seattle Mariners | 4-9 | 14 |
| 25 | Los Angeles Angels | 6-7 | 24 |
| 26 | Tampa Bay Rays | 5-7 | 26 |
| 27 | Chicago White Sox | 5-8 | 28 |
| 28 | Detroit Tigers | 4-9 | 13 |
| 29 | Colorado Rockies | 6-7 | 30 |
| 30 | Washington Nationals | 4-8 | 25 |
These rankings reflect a snapshot of early April. They will shift as the season develops.
Expect new surprises next week as teams adjust and young players emerge.
