Philly Leader

The MLB's first power rankings of 2025 have been released, providing insights into the current state of each team as they prepare for the upcoming season. The rankings, compiled by MLB.com contributors, reflect recent trades and acquisitions that have reshaped several teams' rosters.

The Los Angeles Dodgers maintain their top position following their World Series victory. They have strengthened their lineup with the additions of Blake Snell, Hyeseong Kim, and Michael Conforto while retaining key players like Teoscar Hernández and Blake Treinen. Shohei Ohtani is expected to return at full strength for 2025.

The Philadelphia Phillies hold onto second place after acquiring Max Kepler, Jesús Luzardo, Jordan Romano, and Joe Ross. The Yankees climb to third despite losing Juan Soto; they compensated by signing Max Fried, Cody Bellinger, Devin Williams, and Paul Goldschmidt.

The New York Mets rise to fourth with the acquisition of Soto from their rivals. They also added Frankie Montas and Clay Holmes to bolster their rotation. The Atlanta Braves drop to fifth due to losses in their pitching staff but aim for a healthy lineup in 2025.

Other notable moves include the Arizona Diamondbacks signing Corbin Burnes, boosting them to eighth place. Meanwhile, the Houston Astros traded Kyle Tucker but acquired Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker.

The Milwaukee Brewers made strategic trades involving Nestor Cortes from the Yankees. The Detroit Tigers see renewed hope among fans after adding Gleyber Torres and Alex Cobb.

Teams like the Seattle Mariners face challenges without significant offseason changes while others like the Oakland Athletics show signs of transition with new acquisitions including Luis Severino and Jeffrey Springs.

As spring training approaches, these rankings provide a snapshot of how teams are positioned ahead of what promises to be an exciting baseball season.