Brewers surge to top as Mets stumble

Milwaukee rides a nine game win streak to the top as the Mets slip out of the top 10 in this week’s rankings.

Brewers surge to the top while Mets stumble in MLB power rankings

Milwaukee grabs the No 1 spot after a nine game winning streak that culminated in a walk off against the Mets. The piece also notes a potential final ace off between Clayton Kershaw and Max Scherzer, with the Astros Padres and Reds projected to get help down the stretch. The rankings are a blend of current form and long term outlook for the chase to October.

Philadelphia adds to a strong run by extending their NL East lead, while Shohei Ohtani becomes the fastest Dodgers hitter to 40 homers in a season. The Mariners continue their hot stretch by sweeping the Rays, remaining in contact with the AL West leaders. The Mets, by contrast, have dropped seven straight and fallen behind in the wild card race as rotation questions linger.

Momentum matters in a long season, and Milwaukee’s streak shows how confidence can redefine a team’s ceiling in a crowded race. The column highlights how depth, timely hitting, and bullpen strength can tilt a pennant chase in weeks, not months.

Beyond the scoreboard, the standings underscore a broader trend: young players are stepping into bigger roles across several clubs. Teams balancing short term wins with development will be watched for how quickly prospects adapt and how patiently front offices manage the finish line in a crowded playoff field.

Highlights

The fight for playoff spots is shaping up as a test of depth and nerves in the final weeks.