The Mariners sit alone in first place, which hasn't happened in late August since the days of Edgar Martinez. They were one of seven teams to move in Ben Verlander's latest poll.
, Houston is just 6-8 over its past 14 games. The Astros have actually gained 2.5 games worth of ground in the AL West since then, but now they're behind the Mariners.Welcome back! The Rays' stay outside the top 10 was short-lived. Tampa Bay has won six of seven, including a 5-1 mark at home. Its offense also woke up, averaging 5.83 runs during this stretch.The Rangers are the only one team in baseball to win less than two games since Aug. 16.
The primary reason is their offense. Texas has scored three runs or fewer six times in 10 games, its 3.6 runs per game during this stretch ranking 25th in the majors.The Cubs have slightly fallen in their division despite winning seven of nine. They can close the gap this week with a three-game series at home against the Brewers. Milwaukee has won four of seven meetings thus far, with all of those taking place before Chicago turned its season around.
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