Hey guys I've put together some power rankings as of tonight's games. Let me know what you think.

 

http://www.soflasports.com/index.php/sofla...r-rankings-527/

Why are the Red Sox 1, because they are the Red Sox? Is that why the Rays, with the best record in baseball, can't be 1?

 

Did you actually cite Cather ERA is a reason for the Marlins success?

 

"Chase Utley keeps hitting"? He hit .174/.240/.348 2 weeks ago and hit .280/.367/.480 last week. Those aren't even close to Utley-like numbers, as he has been in a slump all month.

 

Arizona has "fallen to earth"? Because they lost to another first place team and then to the team with the best home record in baseball?

 

The 28-24 Phillies lost two of 3 against the 29-23 Astros. Guess which one you went with.

 

The Cubs and the Cardinals were tied for the lead in their division at the end of the week. The Cubs, "ranked" 2, went 2-4 and the Cards, "ranked" 7, went 4-2.

 

I think it bears mentioning once again that the Stros, with their 29-23 record, went 2-1 against the "#2" Cubs and 2-1 against the "#9" Phillies.

 

 

All in all, that was one of the worst power rankings I have ever seen.

Why are the Red Sox 1, because they are the Red Sox? Is that why the Rays, with the best record in baseball, can't be 1?

 

Did you actually cite Cather ERA is a reason for the Marlins success?

 

Of course, catcher's ERA is a very overlooked stat. The Marlins ERA when Rabelo plays is 4.21 as opposed to when Treanor plays. Lately if you've noticed, Treanor has been playing.

 

"Chase Utley keeps hitting"? He hit .174/.240/.348 2 weeks ago and hit .280/.367/.480 last week. Those aren't even close to Utley-like numbers, as he has been in a slump all month.

 

Utley having 9 RBI in the last two games is still "hitting" in my opinion.

 

Arizona has "fallen to earth"? Because they lost to another first place team and then to the team with the best home record in baseball?

 

Ya when you leave Arizona as the best team in the National League and go back home looking up after loosing 5 out of 7 including your "aces" going 0-3 that's falling back to earth. If the Marlins lost 5 out of their last 7 in this road trip this forum would be on fire as to how the Marlins are going to fall apart.

 

The 28-24 Phillies lost two of 3 against the 29-23 Astros. Guess which one you went with.

 

The Cubs and the Cardinals were tied for the lead in their division at the end of the week. The Cubs, "ranked" 2, went 2-4 and the Cards, "ranked" 7, went 4-2.

 

The Cardinals rotation is made up of a bunch of scraps similar to that of the Marlins. If by the All-Star game they still are pitching at high level theyll get more love. Not to mention their "closer" stepped down from his role. That's nevrer good.

 

I think it bears mentioning once again that the Stros, with their 29-23 record, went 2-1 against the "#2" Cubs and 2-1 against the "#9" Phillies.

 

As for the 'Stros, good call. Completely overlooked them. They'll be in there next time. Thanks for the criticism.

 

 

All in all, that was one of the worst power rankings I have ever seen.

Wow Rab, tell us how you really fee. I must say though I agree with you on most points.

There is a reason power rankings are different from standings...if you wanted the guy to list the top 10 teams according to record, he could have done that too...

 

 

Can't say I agree with your rankings, but it's certainly not the worst I've ever seen and a good effort.

Catcher ERA is overlooked because it's a retarded stat.

Of course, catcher's ERA is a very overlooked stat. The Marlins ERA when Rabelo plays is 4.21 as opposed to when Treanor plays. Lately if you've noticed, Treanor has been playing.

Lately, if you've noticed, and actually posted on this forum for any reason but to plug your blog, you would have seen that there was a giant thread all about Treanor vs Rabelo and CERA. The common consensus is that it's a terrible stat.

 

Utley having 9 RBI in the last two games is still "hitting" in my opinion.

Both of those were in blowout games, were the pitching was beat up by everyone, to the tune of 35 runs. 6 of those RBIs were yesterday, which isn't usually isn't counted in power rankings of last week. His OPS this past week was .150 less than last year. That's not exactly "still hitting" despite his showing in batting practice

 

Ya when you leave Arizona as the best team in the National League and go back home looking up after loosing 5 out of 7 including your "aces" going 0-3 that's falling back to earth. If the Marlins lost 5 out of their last 7 in this road trip this forum would be on fire as to how the Marlins are going to fall apart.

They went 2-4 last week, just like the Phillies with the "still hitting" Utley. Not only was their terrible starters ERA 3.20 for the week (ALERT THE PRESSES!), pluss they got back two of their best starters from the DL, Randy Johnson and Doug Davis, who went 6 and 7 innings respectively, and each only allowed one run. The only game were a starter didn't get a quality start was Haren vs the Marlins, where he went 6.1 with 4ER. He also struck out 8 and didn't walk anyone.

 

The Cardinals rotation is made up of a bunch of scraps similar to that of the Marlins. If by the All-Star game they still are pitching at high level theyll get more love. Not to mention their "closer" stepped down from his role. That's nevrer good.

The closer "stepped down" for like a day, but he ended up with a lacerated hand and is on the DL. But then again, that was two weeks ago. In that, their "scraps" put up a 2.12 ERA this past week, including super "scrap" Adam Wainwright. In that, they also scored an average of 5 runs per game. And as far as "scraps" go, I've never been a fan of "Well, that pitcher is doing good, but hey, I have no idea who he is, so screw it, he'll be bad." Don't forget that 2 of those 5 helped the Cards win a World Series 2 years ago (one of them helped the Marlins win one in 2003). One other helped the Twins get there 3 times and the Phils once.

 

As for the 'Stros, good call. Completely overlooked them. They'll be in there next time. Thanks for the criticism.

And remember, Berkman is having the best month in the NL.

Sorry if that was a little harsh, but I HATE power rankings. Most of the time they amass to "Well, the Rays not only have the best record in baseball, but are putting up some of the best offense, defense, and pitching in the league...but I like the Red Sox better!"

Of course, catcher's ERA is a very overlooked stat. The Marlins ERA when Rabelo plays is 4.21 as opposed to when Treanor plays. Lately if you've noticed, Treanor has been playing.

Lately, if you've noticed, and actually posted on this forum for any reason but to plug your blog, you would have seen that there was a giant thread all about Treanor vs Rabelo and CERA. The common consensus is that it's a terrible stat.

 

Utley having 9 RBI in the last two games is still "hitting" in my opinion.

Both of those were in blowout games, were the pitching was beat up by everyone, to the tune of 35 runs. 6 of those RBIs were yesterday, which isn't usually isn't counted in power rankings of last week. His OPS this past week was .150 less than last year. That's not exactly "still hitting" despite his showing in batting practice

 

Ya when you leave Arizona as the best team in the National League and go back home looking up after loosing 5 out of 7 including your "aces" going 0-3 that's falling back to earth. If the Marlins lost 5 out of their last 7 in this road trip this forum would be on fire as to how the Marlins are going to fall apart.

They went 2-4 last week, just like the Phillies with the "still hitting" Utley. Not only was their terrible starters ERA 3.20 for the week (ALERT THE PRESSES!), pluss they got back two of their best starters from the DL, Randy Johnson and Doug Davis, who went 6 and 7 innings respectively, and each only allowed one run. The only game were a starter didn't get a quality start was Haren vs the Marlins, where he went 6.1 with 4ER. He also struck out 8 and didn't walk anyone.

 

The Cardinals rotation is made up of a bunch of scraps similar to that of the Marlins. If by the All-Star game they still are pitching at high level theyll get more love. Not to mention their "closer" stepped down from his role. That's nevrer good.

The closer "stepped down" for like a day, but he ended up with a lacerated hand and is on the DL. But then again, that was two weeks ago. In that, their "scraps" put up a 2.12 ERA this past week, including super "scrap" Adam Wainwright. In that, they also scored an average of 5 runs per game. And as far as "scraps" go, I've never been a fan of "Well, that pitcher is doing good, but hey, I have no idea who he is, so screw it, he'll be bad." Don't forget that 2 of those 5 helped the Cards win a World Series 2 years ago (one of them helped the Marlins win one in 2003). One other helped the Twins get there 3 times and the Phils once.

 

As for the 'Stros, good call. Completely overlooked them. They'll be in there next time. Thanks for the criticism.

And remember, Berkman is having the best month in the NL.

Sorry if that was a little harsh, but I HATE power rankings. Most of the time they amass to "Well, the Rays not only have the best record in baseball, but are putting up some of the best offense, defense, and pitching in the league...but I like the Red Sox better!"

 

In my opinion power rankings are essentially would you take this team over that team. Right now I would take the Red Sox in a 7 game series over any team. I can't see them loosing to any team in the majors in 7 games.

 

Maybe I'm wrong, but thats what power rankings mean to me.