We haven't posted a new Power Rankings in a few weeks and there has been some changes to the list. For the first time we have two teams from the same league in the top two spots. The Buckman Blue Jays have taken the top spot from the Eastside Expos and dropped them down to two. There are a few other teams moving up and down this week.
1. Buckman Blue Jays (3) - Jeff Priester and Mike Benkoski's bats have heated up and helped the Blue Jays drive in the most runs in the CCWA. Mark Sefner's pitching has been another bright spot for the Jays. Look for the Blue Jays to be the first team to win their division.
2. Eastside Expos (1) - The Spos have dropped a spot after suffering their first sweep all season. This should only be a minor setback for the Expos though as Dan Sefner and Omar Steinberg have once again formed the most dangerous pitching rotation in the league.
3. Longview Lumberjacks (5) - The Jacks have been playing some great ball lately and have an eight game win streak to show for it. Josh Burckhardt and Erik Doyle have been absolutely plastering the ball. They should help the Jacks compete for the top seed in the North.
4. Lexington Brewers (2) - The Brewers have had some of their younger players step up and produce for them this season. Marcus Deyo is running away with the Rookie of the Year award. If the Brew Crew can get Eric Keele and Kyle Godinho back on a regular basis they could go very far in the postseason.
5. Ridgefield Orioles (7) - The O's have been playing some great ball all season long. Team ace Eric Dorland has been almost untouchable all season long. Keith Bunn has stepped up his pitching and been a dominant number two starter for the birds.
6. Jackmove Giants (6) - The Giants lead the CCWA in just about every statistical category. They've had their fair share of bad luck this season losing a couple of close games. Scott Coleman and Karlis Liepa's bats have been on fire and they should help the Giants make a deep playoff run.
7. Bridgetown Black Barons (4) - The Barons recently got swept by the Brew Crew and that hurts their standing a little bit. Since their sweep they've split two series. Brian Jolly has been dominant from the mound for the Barons and should help them compete for a division crown.
8. Mid-Town Mariners (10) - The Mariners started the season slow but have since bounced back. They are playing some great wiffleball right now behind Justin Ellis's pitching and should compete for the Wild Card in the South.
9. Rose City Royals (9) - The Royals just keep on performing at a high level week in and week out. Joey Bock and Eddie Francis have been absolutely amazing on the hill this season and should help the Royals compete for their first ever postseason appearance.
10. Bridge City Dodgers (8) - The Dodgers have been slipping a little after their hot start and have lost eight of their last twelve. Team captain Andy Kushner will have to get this team turned around if they are going to try to make the playoffs.
11. Portland Gothams (11) - The Gothams have been a huge surprise this season as many had predicted a playoff season for them. They are going to be looking to play the part of spoiler for the rest of the season while they try to knock other teams out of contention.
12. Columbia Hgts. Cardinals (13) - The Cards have been hitting the cover off the ball as of late and could make the playoff run interesting in the North. Casey Robinson has turned into a viable number two starter and could help this team with more playing time.
13. Beaver State Biscuits (12) - The Biscuits postseason chances are starting to flake away but this team is still fighting. Darcy Cordell has quickly become one of the most feared hitters in the South.
14. Clark County Colt .45's (14) - Bryan Anderson and company have had a very tough time adapting to the Southern League and are most likely out of the playoff race. Look for this team to bounce back next year with a second season under their belts.
15. Cowlitz Black Bears (14) - This team stinks.
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