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63
(10-5-1) |
| The Reds close out the year in the #1 spot
in the power rankings. They held on to win the NL title
by 1/2 game. The Reds average 9.06 runs scored and allow
only 7.13 per game. They have a first round bye in the
playoffs and will await the winner of the Yankees and
Braves. |
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| 2 |
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60
(10-6) |
| The Padres strong finish vaulted them to
#2 in our rankings. They ride a four game winning streak
into the playoffs. The Pads are one of only two teams
who average over 10 runs scored per game. Their +40 run
differential is the best in the division. |
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| 3 |
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58
(11-5) |
| Coach Gorman has the Halos on a tear! They
closed the season winning 5 out of their last 6 games
and stole first place away from the Red Sox. The Angels
were the only team to reach 11 wins in the regular season.
They will play the winner of the Twins and Phillies in
their opening playoff game. |
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| 4 |
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58
(10-5-1) |
| The Red Sox had a great season, but fell
just short of first place. They had a great season; especially
in the area of pitching and defense. The Red Sox are the
only team who allows less than 6 runs per contest (5.75
per game). The Red sox +28 run differential can be directly
attributed to their pitching. |
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| 5 |
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51
(10-6) |
| The Mariners came out on the tail end of
a great regular season pennant race. Unfortunately, their
3rd place finish takes away their shot at a first round
bye. The Mariners will face the Dodgers in the first round.
The M's beat the Dodgers 9-5 in their only match-up this
season. |
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| 6 |
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48
(9-7) |
| The Yankees are a dangerous team going into
the playoffs. Their (9-7) record doesn't tell a true story
as we feel they are a much better team. The Yankees boast
one of the best pitching staffs in the division; allowing
only 7.19 runs per game. If they win their opening game
against the Braves, we feel they can give the Reds a run
for their money in the 2nd round. |
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| 7 |
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48
(8-7-1) |
| The Giants scored more runs than any other
team in the division. They play the Rangers in the 1st
round, which is no easy task considering the Rangers'
above average pitching. If the Giants win, it would make
for an intriguing 2nd round match-up with the Red Sox.
The #1 ranked offense (Giants) against the #1 ranked defense
(Red Sox). |
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| 8 |
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31
(7-9) |
| The Twins played the spoiler role with their
recent win over the Red Sox. That win knocked the Sox
out of first place, but also showed the Twins are a contender
in the playoffs. They can definitely put runs on the board,
but will need to improve their pitching to make a run
for the Mustang crown. |
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| 9 |
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28
(7-9) |
| The Phillies enter the playoffs with a first
round game against the Twins. These two teams are similar
in that they both can put runs on the board; however,
both have allowed more than they have scored. The Phillies'
pitching is a bit stronger, where the Twins have the advantage
at the plate. In the regular season, the Twins beat the
Phillies 13-2. |
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| 10 |
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23
(6-9-1) |
| The Rangers primary challenge this season
has come on offense. They are tied with the Dodgers for
the fewest runs scored per game (6.63 per game). If they
can get hot at the plate their pitching is good enough
to make some noise in the playoffs. The Rangers play the
Giants in the first round. NOTE: The Rangers won their
only match-up this season. |
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| 11 |
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13
(3-13) |
| It's been a long season for the Braves,
losing 13 games and allowing 11.25 runs per game. Their
only wins came against the Dodgers (2) and the Phillies.
The good news is anything can happen in this division
and they have shown signs of being able to compete with
the top teams. For example, they have played the #1 ranked
Reds tough in both of their games. Don't count the Braves
out! |
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10
(3-13) |
| The Dodgers have had an equally tough year;
finishing last in runs scored and runs allowed. The good
news?... they also have played well against some of the
top ranked teams. Their three wins came against the Reds,
Rangers and Twins. Hey... if you can beat the #1 ranked
Reds you can beat anyone in this division! |
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