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Week 26: Twins Squeak In; Yanks On Top

Minnesota overcame a 7-game deficit in the final month with a 17-4 record down the stretch capped by a 6-5 win in the tiebreaker with Detroit to claim the AL Central.  In the process, the Tigers became the first team in history to blow a 3-game lead with 4 games remaining.  The Yankees finished the regular season with the best Index rating, while the Pirates finished with the worst.  Here are the complete ratings for the regular season.

* Updated through games played on October 6

Week 25: O's Make It 0 For 10

Baltimore is limping home as the Orioles lost to Cleveland (9-0) on Sunday for their 10th straight loss.  The skid ties their longest losing streak from last season, but is still far behind the 21 straight the O's lost in 1988.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on September 27

Week 24: Not So Dicey For Bosox

After being pushed in the Wild Card by Texas, the Red Sox have gone on a roll in which they've won 10 of their last 11, including Sunday's 8-3 victory over Baltimore in which Dice-K pushed his record to 2-0 since coming off the DL.  The stretch has pushed the Bosox to 8 games over Texas in the Wild Card and No. 2 in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on September 20

Week 23: No Rays Repeat

Tampa Bay was a huge surprise last year winning the American League for the first time in franchise history.  But a repeat is not in the cards this season as the No. 8 Rays dropped a double-header on Sunday for their 11th consecutive loss.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on September 13

Week 22: Tiger Beat

Detroit put some distance between itself and the rest of the AL Central thanks to a six-game winning streak that was punctuated with a come-from-behind win on Sunday over Tampa Bay.  The Tigers sit at No. 9 in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on September 6

Week 21: Jake's Ache

The White Sox traded for Jake Peavy in the hopes that the ace would help them capture the competitive AL Central.  But Peavy came out of a rehab start over the weekend with elbow tightness and is going to be reevaluated today.  Meanwhile the Chisox were swept in New York and are now 3 games under .500 and No. 15 in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on August 30

Week 20: Cards Deal An Ace

The Cardinals picked up John Smoltz off waivers after a disastrous comeback with Boston and the former Cy Young winner paid immediate dividends with a nine-strikeout performance over five innings in a 5-2 win over San Diego on Sunday.  The win has the Cards 8 games ahead of Chicago in the Central and No. 10 in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on August 23

Week 19: Fish Story

After getting swept by the lower-ranked Nationals earlier in the month, the Marlins looked about ready to fold up the tent.  But a sweep of the Phillies kick-started a stretch where Florida has won 8 of its last 10 to move within 2 games of the Wild Card lead and No. 7 in this week's Index.   Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on August 16

Week 18: Yankees Just Dandy

The Yankees completed their first four-game home sweep of the Red Sox in 24 years, outscoring their rivals 25-8 along the way.  Boston is now 0-9 against teams with a winning record since the All-Star break and has fallen behind the Angels to No. 3 in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on August 9

Week 17: Victor Spells Victory For Bosox

The Red Sox acquired Victor Martinez from Cleveland on Saturday and by Sunday the catcher was collecting five hits in an 18-10 win over Baltimore.  The victory left Boston just a half game behind the Yankees and No. 2 in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on August 2

Week 16: Not-So-Perfect Sox

The White Sox were coming off Mark Buehrle's perfect game as they headed to Detroit for a big weekend series.  But the Tigers took three of four from Chicago to hang onto their lead in the AL Central.    Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on July 26

Week 15: New York Mess

The Mets were expected to contend for the NL pennant, but a rash of injuries and lackluster play have No. 24 New York nine games behind the Phils in the East after dropping three of four to the Braves in a weekend series.   Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on July 19

Week 14: What's New: Yanks, Bosox Lead At Break

The Yankees hit the All-Star break with a thud, losing three straight in Anaheim, but still held onto the top spot just ahead of the Red Sox at the halfway point.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on July 12

Week 13: Man(n)y Happy Returns

Manny Ramirez returned from his 50-game suspension Friday night.  And while the slugger went 0-for-3, he should give the Dodgers -- ranked No. 1 in the NL and No. 7 overall in the Index -- a real boost.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on July 5

Week 12: Beasts Of The AL East

The Rays finished the week with a sweep of the Marlins for their fifth straight win and eight of their last 10.  The streak has moved the defending AL champs up to No. 3 in this week's Index and gives the AL East the top three spots.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on June 28

Week 11: Philly Flop

With Brad Lidge and Raul Ibanez on the DL, Phillies dropped six straight to Toronto and Baltimore at home.  Overall the defending champs are 3-9 in interleague play and just 13-22 at home to fall to No. 7 in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on June 21

Week 10: Rocky Road Back

Colorado's free fall from the World Series two seasons ago culminated with the firing of Clint Hurdle three weeks ago.  But since Jim Tracy stepped in as interim manager, the Rockies have been on a tear, winning 13 of 17, including their last 11 straight.   The streak puts Colorado at No. 24 in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on June 14

Week 9: National Deficit

Not much has gone right for the Washington Nationals (15-40 at week's end) as they finished the week losing to the Mets and former Nat Livan Hernandez (Hernandez is now 10-5 against his old club) for their 10th loss in their last 12 games. Washington is dead last in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on June 7

Week 8: Motown Sound

After a disappointing 2008 season that saw Detroit finish last in the AL Central, the Tigers have turned it around thanks to a trio of pitchers (Justin Verlander, Edwin Jackson and Rick Porcello) who combined for 14 wins in May, the most by a Detroit threesome since 1993.   The Tigers sit at No. 4 in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on May 31

Week 7: Cubbies Road Kill

The Cubs went 0-6 on their just-completed road trip with an anemic offense that scored just five runs in the process.  Chicago has now lost seven straight overall to drop to No. 17 in this week's Index.   Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on May 24

Week 6: Rangers Ruling West

The Rangers continued their strong start with a sweep of division rival Los Angeles over the weekend to run their win streak to seven straight and 13 of their last 15.  The stretch has Texas 4 1/2 games ahead of LA in the West and No. 4 in this week's Index.   Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on May 17

Week 5: L.A. Flaw

The Dodgers were dealt a blow when 12-time All-Star Manny Ramirez tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug and was suspended for 50 games.  The loss leaves the Dodgers -- tops in the NL West but just No. 19 in this week's Index -- without the centerpiece of their lineup.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on May 10

Week 4: Royals Flush With Young Talent

The Royals have been the surprise of the young season, riding the arm of 25-year-old ace Zack Greinke (5-0, 0.50 ERA) to a 14-11 record and a No. 2 ranking in this week's Index.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on May 3

Week 3: Jays Getting Some O

Toronto has added some punch to its lineup this year, leading the league in runs scored (124) and backing up a strong pitching staff led by ace Roy Halladay.  The result has the Blue Jays off to a 14-6 start and a No. 5 ranking in this week's Index.   Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on April 26

Week 2: Marlins Fishing For Ws

The Marlins continued their hot start with three come-from-behind wins over the hapless Nats to push their record to an MLB-best 11-1 and a No. 2 ranking in this week's Index.   Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on April 19

Week 1: Braves Open Season On Top

The addition of Derek Lowe to the rotation and a lineup that is hitting .300 in the first week has resulted in Atlanta's best start (5-1) since 2007 and the top spot in the first Dunkel rankings of the season.  Here are the complete ratings for the week.

* Updated through games played on April 12

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