2010 MLB: The Boston Red Sox and 10 Non-Playoff Teams to Watch for in 2011

The playoff picture in the American League is all but set, with the New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays, Minnesota Twins and Texas Rangers simply dotting the eyes and crossing the tees on their way to October. 

There is a little drama left in the National League, as the Colorado Rockies, San Francisco Giants, and San Diego Padres battle it out with the Atlanta Braves for the NL wild card and the NL West division title.

For the most part, we know who is going to be in the playoffs this season. But what about next season? Which teams that are on the outside looking in this year will be in good shape to make a move into October next season?

Let’s have a look.

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