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MLB Power Rankings, Awards Tracker: Dodgers keep spot as Mets, Phillies plummet

Nypost · · 1516 words · By Jack Harris; Dylan Hernandez
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32 claims extracted and verified against multiple sources including cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia.

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“For the first time this year, there was real consideration at this spot following the Dodgers’ 3-4 road trip to Denver and San Francisco, and the injury to Edwin Díaz.”
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The web search results contain general discussions about the Dodgers and mention past events or general team news, but none of the provided evidence specifically confirms the claim that the Dodgers received 'real consideration for a ranking spot' following a specific 3-4 road trip to Denver and San Francisco, combined with Edwin Díaz's injury. The evidence is too general or historical to confirm this specific sequence of events and analysis.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Professional sports have existed in the United States since the late 19th century. The NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL have millions of fans across the nation and are an important part of American culture. Pro…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 2021 Los Angeles Dodgers season was the 132nd season for the franchise in Major League Baseball (MLB), their 64th season in Los Angeles, California, and their 59th season playing their home games …
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Dodgers–Giants rivalry is regarded as one of the fiercest and longest-standing rivalries in American baseball, with some observers considering it the greatest sports rivalry of all time. It dates …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dodgers–Giants_rivalry
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“The Yankees have an MLB-best 3.07 team ERA, and Gerrit Cole is on the comeback trail.”
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The evidence confirms that Gerrit Cole is a Yankees player and that there are discussions about his recovery from surgery. However, none of the provided evidence states that the Yankees have an MLB-best team ERA of 3.07, making the first part of the claim unverified by the provided sources.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 2025 Major League Baseball season began on March 18 (with a special two-game Tokyo Series), while the regular season ended on September 28. The postseason began on September 30. The World Series t…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Gerrit Alan Cole (born September 8, 1990) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the Pittsburgh Pirat…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The New York Yankees are an American professional baseball team based in the New York City borough of the Bronx. The Yankees compete in Major League Baseball as a member club of the American League (A…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Yankees
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“Ben Rice ranks second in the majors in OPS.”
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Multiple web search results mention Ben Rice's high OPS and his comparison to other players, with one result stating 'Rice’s 1.215 OPS leads the majors.' However, there are no corroborating sources or official rankings provided to confirm he ranks *second* in the majors in OPS.
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web search NEUTRAL — The first baseman who leads the majors in OPS is looking like the budding star the Yankees have long searched for to pair with Judge.Yankees first baseman Ben Rice collects a hit. Rice’s 1.215 OPS lea…
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web search NEUTRAL — New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice (22) celebrates with New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) after he scores on his three-run homer during the first inning when the New York Yankees pl…
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web search NEUTRAL — Wells had one and Rice had four. In his fifth time at leadoff, Rice — hitting ahead of star Aaron Judge — started the game with a groundout. But in the second frame, he walked, and in the fifth, he cr…
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6275201/2025/04/12/ben-rice…
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“The Braves are officially back as legitimate National League contenders –– ranking top two in team ERA and OPS.”
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The evidence provides general links to the Braves' official site and news, but it does not contain any specific data or reporting confirming that the Braves are currently ranked in the top two for both team ERA and OPS.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 1998 Atlanta Braves season marked the franchise's 33rd season in Atlanta and 128th overall. The Braves entered the season as defending National League runner ups. They went on to win their fourth …
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Atlanta Braves are an American professional baseball team based in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Braves compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the National League (NL) Eas…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Big Three was a trio of Major League Baseball starting pitchers for the Atlanta Braves from 1993 to 2002 which consisted of Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, and John Smoltz. The Big Three combined to win…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Three_(Atlanta_Braves)
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“Even the Dodgers aren’t doing that; granted, they’re third in ERA and first in OPS.”
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One web search result explicitly states that 'According to ESPN Insider Buster Olney the Dodgers’ rank third in team OPS (.805), first in defensive runs saved (75), and second in rotation ERA (2.72).' This supports the claim's metrics, but since no other independent source corroborates these specific rankings, it remains single-source.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 1963 Los Angeles Dodgers season was the 74th season for the Los Angeles Dodgers franchise in Major League Baseball (MLB), their 6th season in Los Angeles, California, and their 2nd season playing …
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 1965 Los Angeles Dodgers season was the 76th season for the Los Angeles Dodgers franchise in Major League Baseball (MLB), their 8th season in Los Angeles, California, and their 4th season playing …
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 2026 Los Angeles Dodgers season is the 137th season for the Los Angeles Dodgers franchise in Major League Baseball (MLB), their 69th season in Los Angeles, California, and their 65th season playin…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Los_Angeles_Dodgers_seaso…
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“The Cubs’ have won nine in a row, all against the Phillies and Mets; contributing to those teams’ recent panics while reaffirming themselves as an NL force, as well.”
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The evidence provides links to Cubs news and mentions the Mets-Phillies rivalry. While there are articles about Cubs games, none of the provided evidence confirms that the Cubs won nine consecutive games specifically against the Phillies and Mets.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 2026 Chicago Cubs season is the 155th season of the Chicago Cubs franchise, the 151st in the National League, and the Cubs' 111th season at Wrigley Field. They are members of Major League Baseball…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Kyle Joseph Schwarber (born March 5, 1993) is an American professional baseball left fielder and designated hitter for the Philadelphia Phillies of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously playe…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Mets–Phillies rivalry or Battle of the Broads is a Major League Baseball (MLB) rivalry between the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies. Both clubs are members of MLB's National League (NL) Eas…
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“It was another week of beating up on bad teams for the Padres (series wins against the Angels and Rockies).”
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The web search results provide general links to the Padres' official site and news, but none of the provided evidence confirms that the Padres won specific series against the Angels and Rockies.
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web search NEUTRAL — The official website of the San Diego Padres with the most up-to-date information on news, tickets, schedule, stadium, roster, rumors, scores, and stats.
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web search NEUTRAL — Visit ESPN for San Diego Padres live scores, video highlights, and latest news. Find standings and the full 2026 season schedule.
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web search NEUTRAL — 2 days ago · Latest news and analysis on the San Diego Padres, include the latest scores and player updates, schedule, stats, players, photos, video and roster.
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“The Brewers’ have a +23 run differential so far.”
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One web search result mentions the Brewers having a +64 run differential at home in 2025, and another mentions a 2025 road differential of 95 runs. However, none of the provided evidence confirms a specific +23 run differential for the current period.
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web search NEUTRAL — I couldn't find anything for this season, but the Milwaukee Brewers had a run differential of 95 runs on the road in 2025.
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web search NEUTRAL — Writ large, a prototypical Brewers team excels at run prevention and struggles to slug. That stuff is still true of this team. Look at their ranks in key offensive stats and you’ll see an old-school s…
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web search NEUTRAL — Admittedly, the Brewers lost very few series at home this season (the 2025 Giants are wondering what that feels like) and have a 42-20 record in American Family Field with a +64 run differential, but …
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“The Rangers remain the first-place beneficiary of the division’s slow start –– thanks, in large part, to what has been a throwback season from 37-year-old Jacob deGrom so far.”
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“The Dbacks have Ildemaro Vargas with a .300 batting average and 1.000 OPS.”
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“The Reds’ run differential is -2 overall.”
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“Tarik Skubal has a record of 3-2, 2.72 ERA, 9.4 K/9.”
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“Casey Mize has been even better so far (2-1, 2.51 ERA 10.0 K/9).”
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“Kenley Jansen is still rolling as a quality closer at age 38.”
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“The Rays are not the worst team in baseball.”
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“Pete Alonso has three home runs and almost 30 strikeouts.”
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“Chris Bassitt and Shane Baz each have ERAs over 5.00.”
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“The Mariners’ have an offense that needs Cal Raleigh to improve his batting average over .200.”
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“The Mets won a game and subsequently suffered a long-term injury to Francisco Lindor.”
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“The Phillies dropped nine in a row through Thursday.”
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“The Twins hit a game-tying grand slam in Queens on Thursday.”
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“The Athletics are noted for having Nick Kurtz as the leader in walks for MLB's early season.”
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“Yordan Alvarez is back with the Astros.”
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“The Red Sox scored more than two runs only once this week.”
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“The Angels are not wasting José Soriano’s historic 0.24 ERA to start the season, going 6-0 on the days he pitches.”
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“The Nationals' offense ranks second in scoring, but their pitching staff ranks second last in ERA.”
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“The Dodgers split four games at Coors Field.”
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“The White Sox had the Japanese slugger hit homers in five straight games to key back-to-back series wins.”
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“The Royals have lost 9 of 10 games.”
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“Shohei Ohtani has a record of 2-0, 0.38 ERA, 24 innings, 25 strikeouts, and 0.75 WHIP.”
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“Tyler Glasnow has a record of 3-0, 2.45 ERA, 33 innings, 38 strikeouts, and 0.70 WHIP.”
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“Bryce Elder has a record of 3-1, 1.50 ERA, 30 innings, 29 strikeouts, and 0.97 WHIP.”
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