In an article at ESPN.COM, Buster Olney writes a brilliant piece about what makes Red Sox 1B/3B Kevin Youkilis so unique.

Great job by Buster.  YOOK is one of my favorite players because of his heart and his effort.  He always gives 100% and really cares about how he plays the game.  Those are qualities you dont see today any more.  Keep it up YOOK!

By the way, Youkilis also writes a very interesting blog.  I suggest you all check it out HERE

In ESPN.COM's weekly power rankings the Red Sox remained #1 and were also named the Most Valuable Team of the first half.  The Red Sox, who hold the best record in baseball, has been #1 in 8 out of 14 weeks.  The Mets dropped 2 spots to #7 and the Yankees join the middle of the pack at #15.

To view the complete power rankings through July 6, click HERE

I'm very happy that the Sox have clearly been the best team through the first half.  Hopefully, the Sox keep it up and win 97-100 games.

I disagree a little with the current power rankings and heres my top 10:

1. Red Sox

2. Tigers

3. Indians

4. Angels

5. Mets

6. Padres

7. Mariners

8. Brewers

9. Athletics

10. Cubs