MLB Power Rankings: End of April Roundup

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BOSTON, MA – APRIL 29: Craig Kimbrel #46 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after defeating the Tampa Bay Rays, 4-3, at Fenway Park on April 29, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images) /

5. team. 102. The Angels have started off the 2018 season with young star Shohei Otani impressing at the plate and on the mound.. (16-12). Previous: 8th. Los Angeles Angels

The D-Backs have the ability to make a deep postseason run and are impressing wholeheartedly early on this season.. (19-8). Previous: 5th. Arizona Diamondbacks. 4. team. 8

team. 43. The New York Yankees are a power threat up and down the order and have put together an impressive win streak to end the month.. (18-9). Previous: 4th. New York Yankees. 3

(19-10). Previous: 1st. Houston Astros. 2. team. 135. The Astros are still one of the most talented teams in baseball despite being overtaken by the Red Sox. The starting rotation is pretty much unbeatable and scary proposition for any team.

The Red Sox have dropped off a little bit recently but are still off to the best start in the league. One month in, and they look poised to be a World Series contender.. (20-7). Previous: 2nd. Boston Red Sox. 1. team. 14

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