American League’s World Series Contenders

Considered the superior to the senior circuit for most of the last 15 years, based on All-Star game dominance (12-2-1 since ‘96), interleague play (11 out of 15 years the AL has won the head-to-head battle), and World Series titles (nine to the NL’s six), the junior circuit again finds itself with better shots at the title.

YANK ATTACK: Even hitting .270, Derek Jeter is an important part of the potent New York Yankees offense. Jason Miller/Getty Images