MLB Power Rankings: The 10 Most Watchable Teams Right Now

These power rankings are not about who is hot or who just got swept. This is all about watchability for the neutral viewer. We are talking star-powered lineups, highlight-reel defense, pitchers with electric stuff, chaotic bullpens, and teams that entertain from the first pitch to the final out.

Here are the 10 most watchable teams in baseball as of July 1.

10. Colorado Rockies

When a team is this historically bad, they become entertaining in a different way. The Rockies may not be watchable for their fans, but for everyone else, there is value in the chaos.

They have improved slightly, but could still challenge the 2024 White Sox for the worst regular season record ever. Coors Field remains aesthetically fun on TV, and the ball is always flying. Combine that with a shaky bullpen and every game becomes a run-scoring free-for-all.

9. Cincinnati Reds

9. Cincinnati Reds

Great American Ball Park is a launching pad, and that alone makes Reds games fun to watch. Add in Elly De La Cruz and Hunter Greene, two of the most electric young players in the league, and you have a must-check-in team.

Andrew Abbott is enjoying a breakout season, but inconsistent supporting performances from players like Matt McLain and Spencer Steer have kept the Reds from moving higher.

8. New York Mets

With Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor, and Pete Alonso in the lineup, the Mets are always worth a look. Soto’s presence alone adds drama, and even with the noise surrounding him, he continues to perform.

Kodai Senga pitching every five days only increases the intrigue. Whether you are in it for the elite talent or the unpredictable storylines, the Mets deliver.

7. Los Angeles Angels

Most .500 teams are not watchable, but the Angels break that rule. Mike Trout remains a star, and the supporting cast has quietly exceeded expectations.

Jo Adell, Nolan Schanuel, and Zach Neto are showing real development, and a 5.11 team ERA ensures you will rarely see a quiet finish. Their games have been messy, fun, and weirdly compelling.

6. Chicago Cubs

Pete Crow-Armstrong’s All-Star breakout has been fun for everyone not rooting for the Mets. He headlines a Cubs team that offers plenty of offensive upside.

Michael Busch, Kyle Tucker, and Seiya Suzuki round out a deep lineup, while Shota Imanaga has been one of the most entertaining pitchers in baseball. A shaky rotation creates volatility, but that only adds to the appeal.

5. Tampa Bay Rays

The Rays do not always look flashy, but they are consistently fascinating. Whether it is player development, analytics, or creative lineups, they offer something different.

Junior Caminero brings real pop to the middle of the order, and even though the charm of playing in a minor league park may wear off, it still gives them a unique watchability factor.

4. Los Angeles Dodgers

Yes, the Shohei Ohtani media obsession can get tiresome, but there is no denying that this Dodgers team is loaded.

Ohtani is back on the mound and doing things nobody else in the league can. Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, and Will Smith are stars, and the rotation continues to be interesting. Yamamoto and Sasaki are adjusting to the league, and Clayton Kershaw hit the 3,000-strikeout mark. That is a lot of star power and a lot of reasons to watch.

3. Seattle Mariners

Cal Raleigh continues to chase history at the plate, and the Mariners might have the most complete pitching staff in the game.

The trio of Woo, Gilbert, and Miller keeps things sharp, while Andrés Muñoz headlines a dominant bullpen. Raleigh’s season has been quietly historic, and T-Mobile Park offers a great viewing experience every night.

2. Philadelphia Phillies

The offense has taken a slight step back from previous seasons, but this team is still loaded. Zack Wheeler remains must-see on the mound, and their bullpen offers unpredictability in every game.

Philadelphia’s late-game drama has become a regular feature. Whether the relievers slam the door or blow it wide open, the final innings are always worth watching.

1. Detroit Tigers

Tarik Skubal’s rise has been one of the stories of the season, and he is worth watching every time he takes the mound. That alone puts Detroit in the conversation.

Add in Javy Báez’s resurgence, Riley Greene’s continued development, and Spencer Torkelson finally reaching his potential, and you have a well-rounded, exciting team. The Tigers are winning, they are fun, and for now, the novelty has not worn off.