The Baltimore Orioles have established themselves atop the AL with one of the cheapest payrolls in the MLB. Meanwhile, after waving the white flag at the trade deadline, the historically expensive New York Mets are in a tailspin.
It's been an unpredictable regular season so far. What do all of these surprises mean for the playoffs?
Heading into Sunday night's games, let's check in on how the 2023 postseason would look if it started today.
Current MLB Playoff Picture
American League
No. 1 seed Baltimore Orioles (72-45), first-round bye
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