Featured in this week’s MLB Power Rankings, Kyle Schwarber is slugging his way into the NL MVP race, Aaron Judge is chasing down history, help has arrived for the Astros, a bizarre homer in Boston, the wounded Rangers are streaking, two firsts for Byron Buxton , and a lot more.

(Please note these power rankings are a combination of current performance and long-term projected outlook)

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Note: Rankings are from the morning of Tuesday, September 2.

1) Milwaukee Brewers

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The Brewers have been treading water a bit in recent weeks (9-10 in their last 19 games), but they still own the best record in the majors. We’re looking at a potential playoff preview this week, with the Phillies taking an entertaining series opener on Monday.

2) Philadelphia Phillies

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