Analysis of Alignments and Rotations for the 2026 MLB Season
The 2026 Major League Baseball season is about to begin, and with it, the expectations and analyses of the teams. At Alofoke Deportes, we present a look at the possible lineups and rotations of the 30 teams.American League
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Toronto Blue Jays: Following Bo Bichette’s departure, the Blue Jays will need to reconfigure their offense, with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as the central focus. The rotation could be led by Dylan Cease and Kevin Gausman, with Shane Bieber providing solidity. José Berríos is an option for the back end of the rotation.Baltimore Orioles: The Orioles present a balanced offense with Gunnar Henderson and Pete Alonso. Kyle Bradish aims to be the Opening Day starter, although Zach Eflin’s situation could influence the plans.Tampa Bay Rays: The Rays are betting on speed and power with Chandler Simpson and Junior Caminero. The key will be the return of Shane McClanahan, who would lead the rotation alongside Drew Rasmussen and Ryan Pepiot.Boston Red Sox: The Red Sox look renewed with Roman Anthony and Willson Contreras on offense. Garrett Crochet and Ranger Suárez lead a rotation that promises solidity.New York Yankees: Aaron Judge is the offensive reference, accompanied by Cody Bellinger and Giancarlo Stanton. The rotation will initially depend on Max Fried, while they await the return of Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón.Central
Cleveland Guardians: The Guardians are betting on a young lineup around José Ramírez. Tanner Bibee and Gavin Williams are competing to open the first game.Detroit Tigers: The Tigers have a powerful left-handed duo with Tarik Skubal and Framber Valdez leading the pitching. Riley Greene and Spencer Torkelson lead the offense.Minnesota Twins: The Twins have depth in their rotation, led by Pablo López and Joe Ryan, while Byron Buxton is once again a key piece in the lineup.West
Houston Astros: The Astros maintain a competitive core with José Altuve and Yordan Álvarez. They are expected to start with a six-man rotation, led by Hunter Brown.Seattle Mariners: The Mariners could have one of the best rotations in baseball with Logan Gilbert, Luis Castillo, and George Kirby, if health is on their side.National League
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Philadelphia Phillies: Cristopher Sánchez could be the Opening Day starter, followed by Jesús Luzardo and Aaron Nola. Bryce Harper and Trea Turner lead the offense, while Zack Wheeler is recovering.New York Mets: The Mets are shaping up a stellar lineup with Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto. Freddy Peralta leads a possible six-man rotation.West
Los Angeles Dodgers: The Dodgers could feature a historic rotation with Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow, and Shohei Ohtani. Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts make up an elite offensive trident.San Diego Padres: The Padres continue to bolster their pitching staff, with Nick Pivetta projected as the starting pitcher for the first game, while Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado lead the offense.
