MLB Power Rankings Week 6: Red-hot AL team makes top-5 debut

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The battle between National League powerhouses for the No. 1 spot continues in Week 6.

The Dodgers, Mets and Padres are still duking it out for the title of best team in baseball, with Los Angeles retaking the top spot from New York on our list. The top five is rounded out by a new team, as well, with the Tigers breaking in at the No. 5 spot.

Detroit is the top American League team this week, with the Yankees coming in at No. 7, the Mariners cracking the top 10 and the Royals, the week's biggest risers, at No. 11.

What else has changed in the span of one week?

Our expert panel has combined to rank every team based on a combination of what we've seen so far and what we already…