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'Contender or Pretender' for MLB Playoff Race with 2 Months Left

Bleacher Report | August 2, 2018

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The MLB postseason picture is coming into focus with two months to go in the regular season and the non-waiver trade deadline now passed.

Seven teams stand as clear-cut contenders with strong odds of reaching the playoffs, while 13 teams can safely be lumped into the "non-contender" column.

The focus ahead will be on the other 10 teams, which reside on the fringe of contention.

Are they legit contenders or just pretenders?

Let's find out.

Obvious Contenders and Clear Non-Contenders

    Mookie Betts and the Boston Red Sox are essentially a lock to be playing in October.
    Mookie Betts and the Boston Red Sox are essentially a lock to be playing in October.
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