Originally published June 25, 2011 at 3:35 PM | Page modified June 25, 2011 at 4:47 PM
Larry Stone's MLB power rankings
Last weeks rankings in parentheses Team 1 Phillies (2) Vance's 2. 83 ERA: Best performance by a Worley since Jo Anne on "Laugh-In" 2 Red...
Last weeks rankings in parentheses
| Team | ||
| 1 | Phillies (2) | Vance's 2.83 ERA: Best performance by a Worley since Jo Anne on "Laugh-In" |
| 2 | Red Sox (1) | For comedic purposes only, Red Sox may play Ortiz at first base in NL cities |
| 3 | Yankees (3) | Derek Jeter turns 37 Sunday; his reputation as overrated SS reaching toddler stage |
| 4 | Braves (5) | Fredi Gonzalez rapidly becoming the dean of NL East managers |
| 5 | Diamondbacks (7) | Wily Mo Pena fills gaping "home run or strikeout" void left by Mark Reynolds |
| 6 | Giants (4) | Bumgarner gives up 8 hits to start off game, fans drop final 2 syllables of name |
| 7 | Rays (9) | 3rd-best team in American League; unfortunately, 3rd-best team in own division |
| 8 | Brewers (6) | Noted hoopster Zack Greinke somehow bypassed in NBA draft |
| 9 | Rangers (12) | Josh Hamilton gets contact lenses, as opposed to Jim Riggleman's contract lenses |
| 10 | Indians (11) | Since May 1, Grady Sizemore hitting .176 with 45 strikeouts in 125 at-bats |
| 11 | Tigers (8) | Canceled promotions: Jim Leyland Chain-Smoking Bobblehead Day |
| 12 | Nationals (20) | In brief stint under McLaren, Nats bleeping buckled it up and got after it |
| 13 | Cardinals (10) | Without Pujols, Cardinals offense trying to stay off the disabled list |
| 14 | Reds (14) | Reds activate Aroldis Chapman, revive sagging radar-gun industry |
| 15 | Pirates (16) | Not since 1991 Mariners would a team be so thrilled to finish above .500 |
| 16 | Rockies (19) | Despite rumors, Dexter Fowler will continue being switch-outmaker |
| 17 | Mets (15) | Inspired by Ron Artest, changing team name to the New York Mettas |
| 18 | Mariners (13) | M's to reveal soon that 2011 season is an homage to Mario Mendoza |
| 19 | White Sox (21) | If it's possible to hit a quiet 400 homers, Konerko (with 386) is the man |
| 20 | Angels (18) | Judging by interleague, Angels would be strong contender in NL East |
| 21 | Blue Jays (17) | Toronto to acquire best-hitting third baseman in MLB: Jose Bautista |
| 22 | A's (23) | A's hoping Jemile Weeks is their Buster Posey (minus gruesome injury) |
| 23 | Twins (24) | Still waiting for Mauer Power, but getting by on Cuddyer Fire |
| 24 | Orioles (22) | Where's Jeffrey Hammonds when you really need him? |
| 25 | Dodgers (27) | Dodgers owner is Ronald McDonald of MLB: "I'll see you in McCourt!" |
| 26 | Padres (28) | Seeing Jack McKeon and Davey Johnson back, Padres name Dick Williams manager |
| 27 | Royals (25) | It took the Royals longer than normal this year to remember they were the Royals |
| 28 | Cubs (29) | Cubs place most players of any team in "No Futures" Game |
| 29 | Marlins (26) | With Jack McKeon now on board, can activation of Jeff Conine be far behind? |
| 30 | Astros (30) | Ed Wade won't rest until he achieves goal of all-Rodriguez pitching staff |





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