In March, David Schoenfield made bold predictions for all 30 MLB teams. Now, he grades them after the 2026 season. The Chicago White Sox exceeded expectations, improving by 24 wins and making the playoffs, with Grant Taylor anchoring a bullpen turnaround.
Detroit's Kevin Mc Gonigle delivered an .806 OPS and 7.1 WAR, winning AL Rookie of the Year. Pete Alonso led the AL in RBIs, becoming the first to top both leagues. Cincinnati's Chase Burns pitched 154 innings with a 2.86 ERA and 10.8 K/9.
Cleveland's Parker Messick won 12 games, made the All-Star team, and posted a 2.56 ERA with 193 strikeouts. Schoenfield gives these predictions high marks and looks ahead to 2027, analyzing what each team must do to build on their success or fix their weaknesses.
Source: ESPN MLB · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing