Philly Leader

The Trade Deadline has passed, solidifying team rosters for the remainder of the season. This marks an opportune moment for a new edition of Power Rankings, focusing on how recent trades may impact teams moving forward.

1. Phillies (previously: 1)

Season high: 1 | Season low: 8

The Phillies addressed their bullpen weaknesses and overpaid slightly to strengthen their World Series bid. The team's sole focus is winning the championship, and their Deadline moves reflect that ambition.

2. Orioles (previously: 3)

Season high: 1 | Season low: 5

Despite not acquiring Tarik Skubal and trading Connor Norby, the Orioles bolstered their starting pitching and bullpen while adding slugger Eloy Jiménez. Top prospect Jackson Holliday also returned to Baltimore.

3. Guardians (previously: 2)

Season high: 2 | Season low: 21

Acquisitions of Alex Cobb and Lane Thomas were modest but provided more roster additions than during the offseason, helping secure a playoff berth.

4. Dodgers (previously: 5)

Season high: 1 | Season low: 6

With key players like Mookie Betts and Walker Buehler expected back in August, the Dodgers traded strategically to maintain competitiveness through injuries.

5. Yankees (previously: 4)

Season high: 1 | Season low: 7

Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s performance has been pivotal in recent victories, making him appear as a crucial addition to the team.

6. Brewers (previously: 6)

Season high: 5 | Season low: 19

The Brewers focused on depth rather than star power by acquiring Frankie Montas, aiming to maintain their lead in the NL Central.

7. Padres (previously:15)

Season high:7| Season low :21

A series of assertive moves have significantly improved the Padres' bullpen, enhancing their prospects for success post-Deadline.

8. Astros (previously :10 )

Season high :6| Season low :26

The acquisition of Yusei Kikuchi aims to fortify Houston's rotation as they seek another deep postseason run.

9.Royals(previously :13 )

Season high :6|season low :24

The Royals made strategic acquisitions including Paul DeJong , aiming for a playoff push after last season’s struggles .

10.Mariners(previously :9 )

seasonhigh :6|seasonlow ;21

Newcomers Randy Arozarena and Justin Turner immediately strengthened Seattle’s lineup , supporting Jerry Dipoto 's claim that the team is “meaningfully” better post-Deadline .

11.Braves(previously ;7 )

seasonhigh ;1|seasonlow ;12

Despite numerous injuries ,the Braves aim to replicate past successes with targeted acquisitions like Jorge Soler .

12.Twins(previously ;8 )

seasonhigh;8|seasonlow;23

Health remains critical for Minnesota ,which made limited Deadline moves but hopes for improved player availability down stretch .

13.Mets(previously ;14 )

seasonhigh;10|seasonlow;25

By addressing needs without compromising future assets,the Mets are positioning themselves as serious contenders this year .

14.Red Sox(previously ;11 )

seasonhigh;11|seasonlow;22

Boston added Luis Garcíaand Lucas Sims to bolster its bullpen,but faces stiff competition from teams like Kansas City for Wild Card spots

15.D-backs(previously ;16 )

seasonhigh;10|seasonlow;19

Arizona continues building momentum towards another potential World Series appearance with timely mid-season improvements

16.Cardinals(previously ;12 )

seasonhigh;12| seasonlow27;

St.Louis acquired Erick Fedde at minimal cost,giving them a fighting chance at postseason play despite long odds

17.Pirates(previousl;y18);

seasonhigh9;lowlow25;

Pittsburgh optedfor incremental upgrades while bankingon itsrotationto carry them into playoffs

18.Rangers(previosuly18);

seasonsigh4,lowlow21;

Texas maintains slimplayoff hopeswith healthierrotationandreturnofJacob deGrom bolsteringtheirchances

19.Rays(previoulsy17);

seasonsigh9,lowlow24;

Tampa Bay's active trade market involvement highlights their continued competitive spirit despite significantroster changes

20Reds(previoulsy19);.

seasonsigh11,lowlow25;

Cincinnati prudently balancedcurrentplayoff aspirationswithfutureteam development through measuredtrade activity

21.Giants(previoulsy22);.

seasonsigh12,lowlow23;

San Francisco retainedBlake SnellwhileprovidingopportunitiesforyoungplayerslikeMarco Lucianoenhancingbothcurrentandfutureprospects

22.Cubs(previoulsy21);.

seasonsigh8,lowlow22 ;

Chicago focusedonlong-termimprovementswithsavvytradesaimedatbolstering2025competitiveness

23.Nationals(previoulsy24 );.

seasonsigh20;lowlow27 ;

WashingtonretainedKyleFinneganwhileremainingfocusedonyouthdevelopmentforafutureplayoffpush

24.Tigers(previoulsy24 );.

seasonsigh7;lowlow24 ;

DetroitmaximizedreturnsforJackFlahertyAndrewChafinMarkCanhaaddingpromisingprospectstoanalreadyyoungroster

25.BlueJays(previoulsy25 );.

seasonsigh8;lowlow25 ;

TorontoexecutedplannedmovestradingpendingfreeagentswhilekeepingcoreplayersVladimirGuerreroJr.BoBichettehopingforbetterresultsin2025

26.A’s(previoulsy27 );

seasonsigh20;lowlow30 ;

OaklandmaintainedkeyplayersMasonMillerBrentRookercontinuingwinningtrendseeninJulyhighlightedbyLawrenceButler’sperformance

27.Angels(previoulsy26 );

seasonsigh24;lowlow28 ;

LosAngelesaddedtop-pitchingprospectsfromCarlosEstéveztradewhichcouldsignificantlyboosttheirfutureoutlook

28.Rockies(previosuly28);

seasonsigh27lown29;

ColoradooptedtostickwithcurrentplanmakingminimalchangesduringTradeDeadlinetoavoiddisruptingteamchemistry

29.Marlins(previosuly29);

seasonsig23lown30;

MiamiacquirednumerousyoungplayersthatreshuffledtheirTop30prospectlistlayinggroundworkforpotentialfuturesuccess

30.WhiteSox(previosuly30 );

seasonsig28lown30;

ChicagoheldontoGarrettCrochetLuisRobertJr.buttradedmostotherassetsmakingitimprobableforteamtoimproveits39-winpace

Voters:NathalieAlonsoAnthonyCastrovinceMarkFeinsandAylsonFooterWillLeitchTravisMillerSweenyMurtiArturoPardavilaMikePetrielloAndrewSimonDavidVenn