AL Central: 12 Game Report

 Whew, 12 games through the AL Central and a third of the way through the first divisional round robins. It's been a shocking season thus far in the Central, with Chicago claiming first place behind explosive power and top pitcher Justin Verlander struggling to keep opposing teams off the board. There was a lot more offense in the Central than the East, demonstrated most aptly by the 16-2 Cleveland over CWS victory and the Twins 21-7 win over Detroit. Without further ado, the complete standings and player stats.

Expert Riley's Postseason Predictions

I have the playoffs all set up. Now let's see how I think my division winners will fare in the Fall Classic.

Expert Riley's NL Predictions

One might call these the greatest teams ever assembled for an MLB Showdown season. However, only one of these teams can actually be the greatest. My division predictions are the first step in finding out which of these teams will prove its greatness. I'll keep these picks short.

Expert Riley's AL Predictions

One might call these the greatest teams ever assembled for an MLB Showdown season. However, only one of these teams can actually be the greatest. My division predictions are the first step in finding out which of these teams will prove its greatness. I'll keep these picks short.

AL East: 12 Game Report

 The AL East teams are a quarter of the way through the 2014 MLB Showdown season. It has been an extremely competitive division, with first and last place separated by a mere two games. Home teams have ruled thus far, going 20-10. The MVP of the first quarter is clearly Robinson Cano, who leads the division with 6 HRs, 18 RBIs, a .440 average, and .491 OBP. Meanwhile, there are plenty of great pitchers, but Vance Worley has the best ERA at 1.29. Below are the full standings, player stats, and team breakdowns.

"Experts" Playoff Predictions

With All-Stars, Awards, and Standings all projected, all that's left is the playoff picks! Without further ado, here's how our "experts" see the post-season playing out, all the way to picking their champion!

The "Experts" NL Standings Predictions

The American League has been forecasted, but who do the experts think will head to the playoffs from the National League? Their answers will surprise you!