MLB Power Rankings: Can the Red Sox Get Hot Enough to Matter in a Weak AL?

At the All-Star break, nearly every American League team is still in contention for the postseason — but that reflects the league's mediocrity rather than its quality. The Boston Red Sox are among the teams with a realistic shot if they can string together a hot streak. Analysts note that such parity is more an indictment of the AL than a sign of competitive depth.