The upcoming baseball season is bringing with it something bittersweet. I'm excited for baseball to return, especially after an amazing World Baseball Classic. Also, there is a work stoppage on the other side of this season that feels too real, too certain, and in many ways, too necessary to fix some of the game's continued issues. We can only hope for the best. For now, let's throw out some predictions and wild guesses for the upcoming MLB 2026 season. --- STANDINGS (WINS) AL EAST Yankees - 93 Blue Jays - 91 Red Sox - 88 Rays - 85 Orioles - 80 AL CENTRAL Royals - 89 Tigers - 88 Guardians - 82 Twins - 75 White Sox - 69 AL WEST Mariners - 92 Astros - 89 Athletics - 85 Rangers - 80 Angels - 74 NL EAST Phillies - 93 Braves - 89 Mets - 88 Marlins - 77 Nationals - 71 NL CENTRAL Cubs - 91 Brewers - 88 Pirates - 81 Reds - 81 Cardinals - 69 NL WEST Dodgers - 101 Padres - 90 Giants - 84 Diamondbacks - 82 Rockies - 68 GOALS/AWARDS/LEADERS AMERICAN LEAGUE Batting Champion: ...
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