Four of the six MLB divisions have teams within two games of first place. As the final quarter of the season approaches, every series become increasingly important. Here’s some of the match ups for the weekend of August 17 – 19. Note that all information is for games played through August 14.

Chicago Cubs versus Pittsburgh Pirates

The Cubs hold a two-game lead in the NL Central, while the Pirates look to close the gap in the division. Chicago holds a +24 to +15 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator. Pittsburgh is 4-6 over the last ten games and are  ... 

With a little less than a third of the baseball season remaining, the divisional and wild card races are heating up. Here’s some of the more interesting match ups for the weekend of August 10-12. Note that all information is for games played through August 7.

Washington Nationals versus Chicago Cubs

Washington looks to maintain within striking distance in the NL East, while the Cubs hold a small lead over the Brewers in the NL Central. Chicago holds a +21 to +16 advantage over the Nationals on the Power Ranking Indicator and both clubs are 6-4 over their last ten  ... 

As we enter the dog days of summer, the MLB races are heating up.  Here’s some of the match ups to keep an eye on this weekend. Note all information is for games played through July 24.

Los Angeles Dodgers versus Atlanta Braves

The Dodgers continue to battle the Diamondbacks in the NL West, while the Braves look to keep pace with the Phillies in the NL East. Not a surprise, the two teams are nearly identical on the oscillators. Los Angeles holds a slim +21 to +20 edge on the Power Ranking indicator and “average up” versus “average” on  ... 

With the All-Star break in the rear view mirror and numerous moves likely to be made before the trade deadline, the races will heat up. Here’s what’s in store for the weekend of July 20-22 in Major League Baseball.

St. Louis Cardinals versus Chicago Cubs

In this NL Central match up, the third place Cardinals look to chip away at the first place Cubs. Chicago has won seven of their last ten and are +26 on the Power Ranking Indicator. St. Louis is “burning hot” on the Team Strength Oscillator and +10 on the Power Ranking Indicator. Neither team has  ... 

Ten Major League teams have surpassed the 50-win mark heading into the final weekend before the All-Star break. Here’s some of the better match ups to watch July 10-13.

New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians

The Yankees look to keep pace with the Red Sox in the American League East, while the Indians are in control in the American League Central. New York holds a +27 to +21 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator and “burning hot” status versus “average” on the Team Strength Oscillator. Third most stable team in the league, favorite/underdog status is something to pay attention to  ...