MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers Dethroned, Yankees Only AL Team in Top 5

In the 2026 MLB Power Rankings published by Sports Illustrated, the Los Angeles Dodgers have been knocked off the top spot, with the New York Yankees standing as the only American League team ranked in the top five. The rankings come approximately three months into the 2026 season, with the trade deadline set for August 3. Key players expected to generate trade deadline activity include Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers, Freddy Peralta of the New York Mets, and Joe Ryan of the Minnesota Twins.