Milwaukee surged to the top, riding a nine‑game win streak and a late‑season push to pace for 101 wins. The power rankings weave in sharp reminders of the ace‑offs that could decide playoff momentum, notably Clayton Kershaw versus Max Scherzer, with Shohei Ohtani fueling the Dodgers’ offense and two 40‑home‑run seasons in the books for him. The Braves and Mets show room for movement, while young cores and prospect bets shape the long view: Cal Raleigh’s power, Bubba Chandler’s development, and Wyatt Langford’s every‑week athletic highlight reel all factor into fantasy decisions as August rolls on.