As the 2024 MLB regular season nears its end, playoff scenarios clarify with five teams secured. The Milwaukee Brewers and Cleveland Guardians have clinched their divisions, while others, including the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers, are close.

However, wild-card races remain tight. The Kansas City Royals, Detroit Tigers, Minnesota Twins, and Seattle Mariners are all vying for the last two spots in the American League, mirroring the battle in the National League among the New York Mets, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Atlanta Braves.

Individual awards like the Rookie of the Year also present an exciting chase, particularly in the NL with multiple contenders. The rankings reflect how teams have performed, noting dramatic moments as well as standout players.