With the 2015 World Series in the books and the offseason officially underway, let's put a bow on the 2015 season with one final edition of MLB power rankings.
Each team's spot in the following rankings reflects its overall performance in 2015, so the 10 postseason teams will be at the top, and the further they advanced in the playoffs, the higher they will be ranked.
As for the 20 non-playoff teams, record was not the only factor that went into their placement. How well they finished the season, their performance in key areas and how 2014 affects the franchise moving forward all played a role as well.
Also included on each slide is a look ahead to 2016, with each team ranked based on where it is expected to stand at the start of spring training.
Teams with more complete rosters and little to do this offseason ranked highest, as they are more of a sure thing. However, what a team is expected to do this offseason in terms of free-agent and trade additions also factored into the projected rankings.
We'll put together fresh versions of these power rankings throughout the offseason, with teams shifting based on their wheelings and dealings.
On a personal note, I want to say I appreciate all of the reads and comments on these rankings throughout the course of the season. This was my fourth year authoring our MLB power rankings here at Bleacher Report, and it was definitely another fun season.
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