AL teams get mixed grades two months into 2026 MLB season

Two months into the 2026 Major League Baseball regular season, American League teams have received a range of performance grades based on standings, underlying metrics and preseason expectations.

The Chicago White Sox and Tampa Bay Rays earned the highest marks with A grades. The White Sox improved sharply after an early 6-13 start, powered by strong contributions from Munetaka Murakami and Davis Martin. The Rays have succeeded through offense despite defensive issues, ranking near the top in scoring while striking out infrequently.

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The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 1-0 on Tuesday night at Progressive Field, extending their AL winning streak to six games. Rays pitcher Nick Martinez tossed seven scoreless innings, limiting Cleveland to three hits. The loss spoiled the major league debut of Guardians second baseman Travis Bazzana, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft.

After two months of the 2026 Major League Baseball season, the Los Angeles Dodgers, Atlanta Braves and Milwaukee Brewers have earned A grades in the National League. The New York Mets and San Francisco Giants received F grades. Several other teams sit in the middle with a range of performances.

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The Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees have emerged as the top teams in the American League East through the first quarter of the 2026 season. The Baltimore Orioles, Toronto Blue Jays and Boston Red Sox trail after uneven starts marked by injuries and inconsistent play.

The New York Yankees hold the best record in the American League at 25-11 after a five-game winning streak. Their leadoff hitters have combined for a .160 batting average, the lowest mark in Major League Baseball.

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MLB Pipeline has begun unveiling its annual team-by-team Top 30 Prospects lists for the 2026 season, starting with American League and National League East divisions on Monday. The rankings, compiled using scouting reports, video analysis and industry feedback, highlight emerging talents across all 30 clubs. Central Division lists followed on Tuesday, with West divisions set for Wednesday.

As the 2026 MLB season approaches its one-third point, several notable trends have surfaced across the league.

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The Houston Astros sit at 16-27 and tied for last in the AL West after an injury-plagued start to the 2026 season. Discussions are emerging about whether the team will sell at the August 3 trade deadline to rebuild its farm system.

 

 

 

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