1. Dodgers (56-32)

MLB Midseason Power Rankings

Looks like the press finally had its “Pappy O’Daniel” moment with Manny. “Holy moley, home runs are a hit. I guess folks don’t mind that these guys are "accelerated." (AP Photo/Jim Prisching)

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30. Nationals (2... Good move getting rid of Manny Acta. In a season that included fail, after fail, after fail, after fail, after fail, after fail, after fail, after fail, it was definitely all Manny’s fault. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
29. Padres (36-5... Remember how back in April the Padres were the surprise team of 2009? Haha. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)
28. Pirates (38-... Leave it to the Pirates to waste not one but two Zach Duke pitching gems. Seriously, didn’t the complete game loss go out of style in the ‘20s? (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)
27. Indians (35-... Can’t we just let the sea gulls play centerfield and call it a year? (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
26. Royals (37-5... My surprise team of ’09 is surprising no one. Even Zack Greinke can’t help a team that is last in the league in offense. But Joe Maddon shouldn’t have punished Zack for K.C.’s ineptness. Let the kid start the game, Joe. He deserved it. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darren Calabrese)
25. Orioles (40-... In another forgettable season for the O’s, Brad Bergeson is putting together a memorable year. At 6-3 with a 2.35 ERA, Bergeson has turned in eight quality starts in his last nine outings and is a legitimate Rookie of the Year candidate. (AP Photo/Paul J. Bereswill)
24. Athletics (3... Guess what Matt Holliday, Jason Giambi and Orlando Cabrera add up to … the worst average (.244), least HRs (69) and second-to-last runs scored (354) in the league. Moneyball my a**.(AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
23. Diamondbacks... I loved the D’Backs when the season began. Webb and Haren were supposed to be the next Schilling and Johnson. But while Haren held up his end of the deal, Webb went down with an injury. Oh and also, the Snakes can’t hit a lick (just ask Mark Reynolds).(AP Photo/Matt York)
22. Reds (42-45)... Every team is ultimately a reflection of its ace. And with Harang dragging to a 5-9 first half, it’s no wonder Cincy is struggling. (AP Photo/H. Rumph, Jr.)
21. Mets (42-45)... It’s been a nightmare season. Errors, base-running gaffes, injuries. And still, the Mets are just six games back. Let’s see if they make a run. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
20. Blue Jays (4... Catch-22 in Toronto: If you trade Halladay you alienate your fan base. But your fan base is already too small to afford Halladay. The answer: move to Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press,Darren Calabrese)
19. Braves (43-4... Braves fans seem near unanimous in their praise of the Jeff Francoeur trade. Sample post: “Omar is definitely the man of the hour … in Atlanta. He’ll never pay for a drink in this town again.” (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
18. Cubs (43-43)... Kind of fitting that the lovable losers are considering bankruptcy. When you’re investing in guys like Milton Bradley, your financial judgment is suspect. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
17. Marlins (45-... Don’t look for the Fish to be sellers this month. Larry Beinfest is ready to trade from anywhere to compete this year: "I traded for [Ugueth Urbina] on my in-laws balcony in Lake Tahoe so you never know when or how it could happen. As long as you've got a cell phone." (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
16. White Sox (4... Ozzie Guillen quote of the month: "I think immigration is looking for [Bartolo Colon]. I worry about Colon because Colon was a big-time Michael Jackson fan. He might see the TV and cry all day long. He maybe is in L.A. at his funeral, because I can't find him.” (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
15. Brewers (45-... I’d love to say Fielder and Braun rival Mauer and Morneau, but when your team has scored two runs or less in five of its last eight and 10 of its last 28, it’s hard to be positive offensively. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
14.Twins (45-44)... Joe Mauer: .373, 15 HRs, 49 RBIs and 1.069 OPS. Justin Morneau: .311, 21 HRs, 70 RBIs, .965 OPS. Best 1-2 punch in baseball. Oh, and Joe Mauer will serenely, politely crush you. http://vault.sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1157045/index.htm (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
13. Astros (44-4... When your stars are Michael Bourn, Wandy Rodriguez, Alberto and Jeff Fulchino, .500 is way more than anyone could expect. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)
12. Mariners (46... Some say a good relief pitcher needs to have at least one screw loose. If that’s true, the M’s are golden, what with Bullpen coach King Leonidas, and pitchers Astinos, Stelios Theron and Ephor. (AP Photo/Kevin P. Casey)
11. Rockies (47-... Jason Marquis leads the league in wins at the All-Star break? The Rocks are two games out of the wild card? What’s all this talk about selling? With a second-half team like Colorado, the Rockies should be buying – big time. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
10. Rays (48-41 This is the problem with expansion. You finally get a competitive team (reigning AL champs, a contender in baseball’s best division) and no one comes to watch. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
9. Cardinals (49... With Ryan Ludwick starting to come around, the Cardinals have a good shot at holding onto the NL Central lead. If Rick An’K’iel and Chris Dun’K’an stop striking out, they could take the NL pennant. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
8. Tigers (48-39... This is the Tigers team everyone expected to see last year. Just wait until they start hitting. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
7. Rangers (48-3... With the way the Rangers have pitched, it won’t be long before we see the Nolan Ryan Fitness Plan infomercial late night on our local Comcast channel. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
6. Phillies (48-... Back on track after a dreadful road trip (went 9-1 at the Bank over the last homestand). Still, Phils fans can’t feel too good considering ‘09 Brad Lidge is a far cry from ’08 Brad Lidge. Pedro is OK for depth, but Halladay makes them a perennial NL favorite.(AP Photo/John Bazemore)
5. Giants (49-39... Best story in baseball. No money? No Bonds? No problem. Gather some young, talented arms and go attack the big boys. (AP Photo/Ben Margot
4. Yankees (51-3... Great stat from Mike Vaccaro: The Yanks are 56-21 in games not against the Red Sox (0-8) or at Angel Stadium (0-3). (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
3. Angels (49-37... Boy, all those injuries really slowed down the Angels. Especially against the mighty Yankees (17-5 over last 22). (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
2. Red Sox (54-3... I love what Jason Bay has given to this team … but AL MVP? Over Mauer and/or Morneau? Come on, Vito. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
1. Dodgers (56-3... Looks like the press finally had its “Pappy O’Daniel” moment with Manny. “Holy moley, home runs are a hit. I guess folks don’t mind that these guys are "accelerated." (AP Photo/Jim Prisching)