MLB Power Rankings: Where Is Your Favorite Team After the All-Star Break?

The All-Star break has come and gone, and that means the MLB trade market will really heat up, as we are just two weeks from the July 31 trade deadline.

Because of the MLB All-Star Game, it was a shortened week, with each team playing just three games, yet there was still a good amount of movement in this week's rankings as teams welcomed back key injured players and looked to get off to hot starts in the second half.

Here are this week's MLB power rankings. Be sure to check back here each Monday morning for an updated look at where your favorite team stands.

*Note: Rosters taken from MLBDepthCharts.com.

30. Houston Astros (33-56, Previous: 30)

Current Lineup

CF Jordan Schafer
2B Jose Altuve
3B Scott Moore
LF J.D. Martinez
1B Chris Johnson
RF Brian Bogusevic
C Chris Snyder
SS Marwin Gonzalez
Pitcher 

Current Rotation

SP Wandy Rodriguez
SP Lucas Harrell
SP J.A. Happ
SP Jordan Lyles
SP Bud Norris
CL Brett Myers

Last Week's Record: 0-3

Second-Half Outlook

The Astros have already sold off Carlos Lee and will likely look to do the same with Wandy Rodriguez and Brett Myers before the deadline as they continue to evaluate their talent and rebuild the roster.

Shortstop Jed Lowrie had his breakout year temporarily sidetracked when he hit the DL on Sunday with an ankle injury, but he looks to be a part of the team's future plans.

29. Colorado Rockies (34-54, Previous: 29)

Current Lineup

CF Dexter Fowler
2B Marco Scutaro
LF Carlos Gonzalez
1B Michael Cuddyer
RF Tyler Colvin
C Ramon Hernandez
3B Jordan Pacheco
SS Josh Rutledge
Pitcher

Current Rotation 

SP Christian Friedrich
SP Jeff Francis
SP Drew Pomeranz
SP Jeremy Guthrie
CL Rafael Betancourt

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

It's been a trying season for the Rockies so far, as poor starting pitching and an injury to Troy Tulowitzki have left them among the league's worst.

Offseason acquisition Tyler Colvin (.299 BA, 13 HR, 40 RBI) has been a bright spot, and the organization's No. 10 prospect, Josh Rutledge, made his MLB debut on Friday, going 2-for-2 with a double and a pair of RBI. 

28. Minnesota Twins (36-52, Previous: 24)

Current Lineup

CF Denard Span
RF Ben Revere
C Joe Mauer
LF Josh Willingham
1B Justin Morneau
3B Trevor Plouffe
DH Ryan Doumit
SS Brian Dozier
2B Jamey Carroll

Current Rotation

SP Francisco Liriano
SP Cole De Vries
SP Brian Duensing
SP Scott Diamond
SP Samuel Deduno 
CL Matt Capps

Last Week's Record: 0-3

Second-Half Outlook

The Twins are a franchise that, for all intents and purposes, should begin looking to rebuild, but with a payroll of nearly $100 million, they really can't.

Their offense has been decent, with a healthy Joe Mauer and the added pop of Josh Willingham and Trevor Plouffe, but their pitching is a serious anchor at this point.

27. Seattle Mariners (37-53, Previous: 26)

Current Lineup

2B Dustin Ackley
RF Ichiro Suzuki
CF Michael Saunders
DH Jesus Montero
3B Kyle Seager
LF Casper Wells
1B Justin Smoak
C Miguel Olivo
SS Brendan Ryan

Current Rotation

SP Felix Hernandez
SP Jason Vargas
SP Kevin Millwood
SP Hisashi Iwakuma
SP TBD
CL Tom Wilhelmsen

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

The Mariners have holes up and down their roster, but there is reason for optimism, as they have a terrific farm system with a number of high-end prospects who are moving ever closer to the majors.

Look for Kevin Millwood and Brandon League to be moved at the deadline and for top pitching prospect Danny Hultzen to make his debut at some point.

26. San Diego Padres (36-54, Previous: 28)

Current Lineup

RF Will Venable
2B Alexi Amarista
3B Chase Headley
LF Carlos Quentin
C Yasmani Grandal
1B Yonder Alonso
CF Cameron Maybin
SS Everth Cabrera
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Edinson Volquez
SP Clayton Richard
SP Jason Marquis
SP Kip Wells
SP Ross Ohlendorf
CL Huston Street

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

The Padres have one of the deadline's top trade chips in outfielder Carlos Quentin and could also look to move closer Huston Street and third baseman Chase Headley, who would also net a significant return.

They're a work in progress, but with a solid farm system, the Padres have a lot of hope for the not-too-distant future.

25. Chicago Cubs (36-52, Previous: 27)

Current Lineup 

CF David DeJesus
SS Starlin Castro
1B Anthony Rizzo
LF Alfonso Soriano
RF Bryan LaHair
C Geovany Soto
2B Darwin Barney
3B Luis Valbuena
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Ryan Dempster
SP Matt Garza
SP Jeff Samardzija
SP Paul Maholm
SP Travis Wood
CL Carlos Marmol

Last Week's Record: 3-0

Second-Half Outlook

It will be an interesting next couple weeks for the Cubs, as they are expected to be as active as anyone at the deadline.

Starter Ryan Dempster (MLB-best 1.86 ERA) may well have thrown his last pitch as a Cub in a win on Saturday, and he should net a solid return.

For Cubs fans, the second half will be a chance to see what some of the young talent can do in extended playing time.

24. Kansas City Royals (38-49, Previous: 23)

Current Lineup

LF Alex Gordon
2B Chris Getz
1B Eric Hosmer
DH Billy Butler
3B Mike Moustakas
RF Jeff Francoeur
CF Lorenzo Cain
C Salvador Perez
SS Alcides Escobar 

Current Rotation

SP Bruce Chen
SP Luke Hochevar
SP Luis Mendoza
SP Jonathan Sanchez
SP Everett Teaford
CL Jonathan Broxton

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

The Royals have been somewhat of a disappointment this season, due in large part to a poor starting rotation, but they still have a fantastic core of young hitters, who should at least make them watchable for the rest of the season.

Top prospect Wil Myers should be called up sooner rather than later, and pitching prospect Jake Odorizzi should be as well.

23. Philadelphia Phillies (39-51, Previous: 25)

Current Lineup

SS Jimmy Rollins
CF Shane Victorino
2B Chase Utley
1B Ryan Howard
C Carlos Ruiz
RF Hunter Pence
LF Juan Pierre
3B Placido Polanco
Pitcher 

Current Rotation

SP Cliff Lee
SP Cole Hamels
SP Joe Blanton
SP Kyle Kendrick
SP Vance Worley
CL Jonathan Papelbon

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

The Phillies lineup is finally at full strength after spending much of the season without Chase Utley and Ryan Howard. Ace Roy Halladay will rejoin the rotation on Tuesday, but it could be too late, as the team is 14 games out in the NL East.

Philadelphia could opt to sell at the deadline, with trade chips Cole Hamels and Shane Victorino likely being able to bring big prospect hauls.

22. Miami Marlins (42-46, Previous: 22)

Current Lineup

SS Jose Reyes
2B Omar Infante
1B Carlos Lee
LF Logan Morrison
3B Hanley Ramirez
RF Justin Ruggiano
CF Emilio Bonifacio
C John Buck
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Josh Johnson
SP Mark Buehrle
SP Ricky Nolasco
SP Carlos Zambrano
SP Anibal Sanchez
CL Heath Bell

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

Hopes were high for the Marlins entering this season after a winter that saw them acquire Jose Reyes, Mark Buehrle and Heath Bell.

They have shown flashes of putting it all together, as they were in first place on June 3 and had a 31-23 record.

But the Fish have gone 11-23 since, and they will need to make a serious push if they hope to make a playoff run this year.

21. Arizona Diamondbacks (42-46, Previous: 20)

Current Lineup

SS Stephen Drew
2B Aaron Hill
RF Justin Upton
LF Jason Kubel
1B Paul Goldschmidt
C Miguel Montero 
CF Chris Young
3B Ryan Roberts
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Ian Kennedy
SP Trevor Cahill
SP Wade Miley
SP Trevor Bauer
SP Joe Saunders
CL J.J. Putz

Last Week's Record: 0-3

Second-Half Outlook

After a surprise NL West title in 2011, the Diamondbacks have been a bit of a letdown this season due in large part to the fact that stars such as Justin Upton, Miguel Montero and Chris Young have struggled.

Whether or not the D-Backs decide to move Upton will be the biggest story surrounding the team for the next few weeks.

20. Milwaukee Brewers (42-46, Previous: 21)

Current Lineup

RF Norichika Aoki
CF Nyjer Morgan
LF Ryan Braun
3B Aramis Ramirez
1B Corey Hart
2B Rickie Weeks
C Martin Maldonado
SS Cesar Izturis 
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Yovani Gallardo
SP Zack Greinke
SP Randy Wolf
SP Michael Fiers
SP Marco Estrada
CL John Axford

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

The Brewers have struggled this season without Prince Fielder, and they could wind up selling this year at the deadline.

If they do, free-agent-to-be Zack Greinke ranks as one of the best trade chips on the market, and the return for him could help the team get things back on track sooner rather than later.

19. Toronto Blue Jays (45-44, Previous: 19)

Current Lineup

3B Brett Lawrie
CF Colby Rasmus
RF Jose Bautista
1B Edwin Encarnacion
DH Adam Lind
SS Yunel Escobar
LF Rajai Davis 
2B Kelly Johnson
C J.P. Arencibia

Current Rotation

SP Ricky Romero
SP Aaron Laffey
SP Carlos Villanueva
SP Henderson Alvarez
SP Brett Cecil
CL Casey Janssen

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

Toronto has been hit hard by the injury bug, particularly in its starting rotation, and as a result, it has fallen behind the rest of the pack in the AL East.

The Blue Jays recently extended breakout slugger Edwin Encarnacion (.293 BA, 25 HR, 61 RBI) and could look to add a pitcher who is controllable beyond this season at the deadline despite their record.

18. Boston Red Sox (45-44, Previous: 18)

Current Lineup

CF Jacoby Ellsbury
LF Daniel Nava
DH David Ortiz
1B Adrian Gonzalez 
3B Will Middlebrooks
C Jarrod Saltalamacchia
RF Ryan Sweeney
SS Mike Aviles  
2B Pedro Ciriaco  

Current Rotation

SP Josh Beckett
SP Jon Lester
SP Felix Doubront
SP Franklin Morales
SP Aaron Cook
CL Alfredo Aceves

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

The Red Sox already got a huge boost with the return of Jacoby Ellsbury, and Carl Crawford will make his season debut on Monday.

If the team can add a starter and stay healthy, it could make a second-half push and claim a playoff spot.

17. Cleveland Indians (45-43, Previous: 15)

Current Lineup

RF Shin-Soo Choo
SS Asdrubal Cabrera
2B Jason Kipnis
DH Travis Hafner
C Carlos Santana
CF Michael Brantley
1B Casey Kotchman
LF Johnny Damon
3B Jack Hannahan

Current Rotation

SP Justin Masterson
SP Ubaldo Jimenez
SP Derek Lowe
SP Josh Tomlin
SP Zach McAllister
CL Chris Perez

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

Despite a pitching staff that has the second-worst team ERA in the AL (4.52), the Indians have played decent baseball to this point.

They could stand to upgrade several positions in their lineup and in their rotation, but after pulling off the big deal for Ubaldo Jimenez last year, they may not have the pieces make a deal.

16. Tampa Bay Rays (46-43, Previous: 14)

Current Lineup

LF Desmond Jennings
1B Carlos Pena
RF Ben Zobrist
CF B.J. Upton
DH Luke Scott
3B Jeff Keppinger
2B Sean Rodriguez
C Jose Molina
SS Elliot Johnson

Current Rotation

SP David Price
SP James Shields
SP Alex Cobb
SP Matt Moore
SP Jeremy Hellickson
CL Fernando Rodney

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

Offensive ineptitude has left the Rays looking more like a pretender than a contender, and with Evan Longoria not expected back until sometime in August, things aren't likely to get much better.

That could be reason enough for the team to move James Shields, and it could look to add a big league-ready bat in the deal.

15. Oakland Athletics (46-43, Previous: 17)

Current Lineup

CF Coco Crisp
2B Jemile Weeks
RF Josh Reddick
LF Yoenis Cespedes
DH Seth Smith
1B Brandon Moss
3B Brandon Inge
C Kurt Suzuki
SS Cliff Pennington 

Current Rotation

SP Bartolo Colon
SP A.J. Griffin
SP Tom Milone
SP Jarrod Parker
SP Travis Blackley
CL Ryan Cook

Last Week's Record: 3-0

Second-Half Outlook

The A's have been surprisingly good this season, backed by a terrific pitching staff that has an AL-best 3.38 ERA. They've won nine of 10 games, but still aren't likely to be buyers at the deadline.

However, they have already gotten a boost from slugging prospect Chris Carter (5 HR, 9 RBI), who has played in just nine games and could get more help from the farm.

14. Baltimore Orioles (46-42, Previous: 13)

Current Lineup

RF Nick Markakis
SS J.J. Hardy
DH Jim Thome
CF Adam Jones 
C Matt Wieters
LF Chris Davis
1B Mark Reynolds
3B Wilson Betemit
2B Robert Andino

Current Rotation 

SP Wei-Yin Chen
SP Miguel Gonzalez
SP Chris Tillman
SP Zach Britton
SP TBD (likely Tommy Hunter)
CL Jim Johnson 

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

The Orioles have been one of the biggest surprises of 2012, but questions remain in their starting rotation, and things only got worse when ace Jason Hammel hit the DL following knee surgery on Sunday.

The team will be a player for a veteran arm at the deadline, and the O's have the offense to make a serious run if they can bolster their staff.

13. Detroit Tigers (46-43, Previous: 16)

Current Lineup

CF Austin Jackson
LF Quintin Berry
3B Miguel Cabrera
1B Prince Fielder
DH Delmon Young
RF Brennan Boesch
SS Jhonny Peralta
C Alex Avila
2B Ramon Santiago

Current Rotation

SP Justin Verlander
SP Doug Fister
SP Max Scherzer
SP Rick Porcello
SP Jacob Turner
CL Jose Valverde

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

Detroit's pitching has held the Tigers back from being the team that many expected them to be so far this season, and they will likely look to acquire an arm before the deadline passes.

If the the Tigers can add a proven veteran starter and someone from the trio of Doug Fister, Max Scherzer and Rick Porcello can step up, they can still make a playoff run.

12. Los Angeles Dodgers (48-42, Previous: 12)

Current Lineup

LF Bobby Abreu
2B Mark Ellis
CF Matt Kemp
RF Andre Ethier
1B James Loney
C A.J. Ellis
3B Juan Uribe
SS Luis Cruz
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Clayton Kershaw
SP Aaron Harang
SP Chad Billingsley
SP Chris Capuano
SP Nathan Eovaldi
CL Kenley Jansen

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

With the return of Matt Kemp and Andre Ethier, the Dodgers will look to return to their early-season form in which they ranked among the best teams in the league.

They look prepared to deal for one of the market's top arms and could also look to upgrade at third base as they push toward the postseason.

11. St. Louis Cardinals (46-43, Previous: 10)

Current Lineup

SS Rafael Furcal
CF John Jay
LF Matt Holliday
RF Carlos Beltran
1B Lance Berkman
C Yadier Molina
3B David Freese
2B Daniel Descalso
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Kyle Lohse
SP Adam Wainwright
SP Lance Lynn
SP Jake Westbrook
SP Joe Kelly
CL Jason Motte

Last Week's Record: 0-3

Second-Half Outlook

Injuries have been an issue on and off all season for the Cardinals, and their lineup is finally healthy with the return of Lance Berkman on Sunday.

They're still in the market for a starting pitcher, as Chris Carpenter is out for the season and Jaime Garcia is injured as well, but as of now, they look to be in a good position to battle the Reds and Pirates in the NL Central.

10. New York Mets (46-43, Previous: 7)

Current Lineup

SS Ruben Tejada
2B Daniel Murphy
3B David Wright
1B Ike Davis
RF Lucas Duda
LF Kirk Nieuwenhuis
CF Andres Torres
C Josh Thole
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP R.A. Dickey
SP Johan Santana
SP Jon Niese
SP Chris Young
SP TBD
CL Bobby Parnell

Last Week's Record: 0-3

Second-Half Outlook

The Mets have been one of the surprise teams of 2012, led by a resurgent David Wright and a breakthrough season from R.A. Dickey.

After losing Dillon Gee, the team could look to add another starter at the deadline, or they could opt to call up top prospect Matt Harvey as they look to make a postseason push.

9. Pittsburgh Pirates (49-39, Previous: 5)

Current Lineup

LF Drew Sutton
2B Neil Walker
CF Andrew McCutchen
RF Garrett Jones
1B Casey McGehee
3B Pedro Alvarez
C Rod Barajas
SS Clint Barmes
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Erik Bedard
SP James McDonald
SP A.J. Burnett
SP Kevin Correia
SP Jeff Karstens
CL Joel Hanrahan

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

The Pirates will look to avoid a second-half collapse this season, and in order to do that, they will likely need to add something offensively to back MVP candidate Andrew McCutchen.

If they can land an impact bat and their pitching can stay healthy, the Pirates could make a run at the postseason.

If nothing else, it looks like they could be on their way to a record over .500.

8. Chicago White Sox (49-39, Previous: 6)

Current Lineup

CF Alejandro De Aza
3B Kevin Youkilis
DH Adam Dunn
1B Paul Konerko
RF Alex Rios
C A.J. Pierzynski
LF Dayan Viciedo
SS Alexei Ramirez
2B Gordon Beckham 

Current Rotation

SP Jake Peavy
SP Gavin Floyd
SP Chris Sale
SP Jose Quintana
SP Phil Humber (will be activated Tuesday)
CL Addison Reed

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

The White Sox have been the class of the AL Central so far, and they already filled their biggest need when they traded for Red Sox third baseman Kevin Youkilis, who has a .295 BA with three home runs and 15 RBI since joining the club.

If the team can stay healthy and guys like Alex Rios and Adam Dunn can continue resurgent seasons, the White Sox have the look of a playoff club.

7. Atlanta Braves (49-39, Previous: 11)

Current Lineup

CF Michael Bourn
LF Martin Prado
RF Jason Heyward
3B Chipper Jones
1B Freddie Freeman
C Brian McCann
2B Dan Uggla
SS Paul Janish
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Tim Hudson
SP Tommy Hanson
SP Mike Minor
SP Jair Jurrjens
SP Ben Sheets
CL Craig Kimbrel

Last Week's Record: 3-0

Second-Half Outlook

The Braves continue to keep things close in the NL East and look to be in good shape to at least capture a wild-card spot moving forward.

The pitching staff has been suspect at times, but could get a boost from Ben Sheets, who threw six shutout innings of two-hit ball in his first appearance in nearly two years, and the team could also look to add a starter via trade.

6. San Francisco Giants (49-40, Previous: 9)

Current Lineup 

RF Gregor Blanco
2B Ryan Theriot
LF Melky Cabrera
C Buster Posey
CF Angel Pagan
3B Pablo Sandoval
1B Brandon Belt
SS Brandon Crawford
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Tim Lincecum
SP Madison Bumgarner
SP Matt Cain
SP Barry Zito
SP Ryan Vogelsong
CL Santiago Casilla

Last Week's Record: 3-0

Second-Half Outlook

The Giants are backed by a vastly improved offense thanks to the return of Buster Posey and the addition of a trio of new outfielders, including MVP candidate Melky Cabrera.

Their pitching staff has been terrific once again despite the struggles of Tim Lincecum, and he looked fantastic on Saturday, throwing eight shutout innings and striking out 11.

If he can return to form, the Giants have to be among the NL favorites.

5. Los Angeles Angels (49-40, Previous: 4)

Current Lineup

CF Mike Trout
RF Torii Hunter
1B Albert Pujols
DH Kendrys Morales
LF Mark Trumbo
3B Alberto Callaspo
2B Howie Kendrick
SS Erick Aybar
C Bobby Wilson

Current Rotation

SP Jered Weaver
SP Ervin Santana
SP C.J. Wilson
SP Jerome Williams
SP Garrett Richards
CL Ernesto Frieri

Last Week's Record: 1-2

Second-Half Outlook

After a slow start, there was no hotter team heading into the All-Star break than the Angels, and while they may not catch the Rangers in the AL West, they certainly look like a playoff team.

Getting Dan Haren back and potentially adding a starter will shore things up, and continued brilliance from Mike Trout could end in an MVP.

4. Cincinnati Reds (50-38, Previous: 8)

Current Lineup

SS Zack Cozart
CF Drew Stubbs
1B Joey Votto
2B Brandon Phillips
RF Jay Bruce
LF Ryan Ludwick
3B Scott Rolen
C Ryan Hanigan
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Johnny Cueto
SP Mat Latos
SP Bronson Arroyo
SP Homer Bailey
SP Mike Leake
CL Aroldis Chapman

Last Week's Record: 3-0

Second-Half Outlook

With an improved pitching staff and one of the best three-four-five trios in all of baseball, the Reds are right in the thick of things in the NL Central this year as they look to return to the postseason following a disappointing 2011 season.

They need to do a better job getting on base ahead of their sluggers, though, if they want to be legitimate title contenders.

3. Washington Nationals (51-35, Previous: 3)

Current Lineup

LF Steve Lombardozzi
CF Bryce Harper
3B Ryan Zimmerman
RF Michael Morse
1B Adam LaRoche
SS Ian Desmond
2B Danny Espinosa
C Jesus Flores
Pitcher

Current Rotation

SP Stephen Strasburg
SP Gio Gonzalez
SP Jordan Zimmermann
SP Edwin Jackson
SP Ross Detwiler
CL Tyler Clippard

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

The Nationals have emerged as legitimate contenders far sooner than most expected, and they have room to improve on a terrific first half. Sluggers Michael Morse and Ryan Zimmerman brought little to the team offensively in the first half and have the potential to bump the team to the next level with productive second halves.

2. Texas Rangers (54-35, Previous: 2)

Current Lineup

2B Ian Kinsler
SS Elvis Andrus
LF Josh Hamilton
3B Adrian Beltre
1B Michael Young
RF Nelson Cruz
DH David Murphy
C Mike Napoli
CF Craig Gentry

Current Rotation

SP Derek Holland
SP Yu Darvish
SP Matt Harrison
SP Roy Oswalt
SP Colby Lewis (will be activated Wednesday)
CL Joe Nathan 

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

Entering the season, the Rangers were the team to beat, and despite not holding the top spot this week, they are still the team to beat in my opinion.

Their pitching staff is finally getting healthy, and they could make an impact move at the deadline to make a great team even better.

1. New York Yankees (54-34, Previous: 1)

Current Lineup

SS Derek Jeter
CF Curtis Granderson
3B Alex Rodriguez
2B Robinson Cano
1B Mark Teixeira
RF Nick Swisher
LF Raul Ibanez
DH Eric Chavez
C Russell Martin

Current Rotation

SP CC Sabathia (will be activated Tuesday)
SP Hiroki Kuroda
SP Freddy Garcia
SP Ivan Nova
SP Phil Hughes
CL Rafael Soriano

Last Week's Record: 2-1

Second-Half Outlook

Despite a suspect starting rotation, the Yankees entered the All-Star break with the best record in baseball, and they will look to improve at the deadline as they push for a title run.

Getting CC Sabathia back this Tuesday will be huge as well, as they need their ace healthy.