1 (2) - Cincinatti Reds - Life is good in Cinci. They have a relatively confortable 6 game lead over the Cubs in the strongest division in the league, the NL North. The Reds are leading the league in runs scored, homeruns, and second in team era. Close talking Yamil Pulido should win his fifth CY Young award. The questionable trade for Rocky Spencer appears to be paying off as he has hit 18 HRs since joining the Reds.
2 (1) Las Vegas Slobs - The Slobs fall to number 2. They have a 4 game lead over a very good Royals team. The Slobs have the best rotation in the AL and a ton of big bats in their lineup. Slow talker Mike Leius should be a favorite to win his 3rd consecutive CY Young award.
3 (3) Louisville Swingers - The Swingers continue to remain one of the leagues top teams. They have 4 game lead over the Astros in the NL North. They arguably have the best rotation in the league this season. Paulie Sanders may give Yamil a run for the CY Young this season.
4 (4) Kansas City Royals - The Royals deserve an award for the most impressive turn around. After 6 straight seasons of mediocrity the Royals are one of the leagues best teams this season. Tuck Buck even won a player of the week award. It wouldn't at all surprising to see them representing the AL in the World Series this season.
5 (6) Chicago Cubs - The loss of Tony Suarez doesn't seem to have affected the Cubs. The Cubs have great pitching and defense.
6 (8) Monterrey Corn Dogs - The Corn Dogs have a 5 game lead over the Deuce Droppers in the AL South. The CDs aren't quite as dominant as they were last, but their still one of the ALs best teams.
7 (7) Houston Astros - The Astros are probably questioning the deal that brought Mel Wagner to the team, but he has been improving as of late. Although they may not pass the Swingers this season, I predict they will be the NLs best team within the next 2 seasons.
8 (NR) Austin Deuce Droppers - The Deuce Droppers have been inconsistent all season. Their pitching has been superb all season. If they can find a little more offense they could be one of the ALs best teams.
9 (NR) Milwaukee Brewers - The Brewers have an impression rotation. One of the NLs best. Donald Satou is having a superb season and should be a finalist for the CY Young award. The Brewers may not catch the Reds in the North, but they should right in the thick of the battle for a wild card spot.
10 (9) Jacksonville Beach Boys - Another team with great pitching. Seems to be a trend. The Beach Boys are still in the race for the South, only 7 games back of the Swingers.
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