Baseball rankings

1. Palma: Bounced back from its first loss with two impressive wins.
2. San Benito: Defending Gabilan Division champions sit a game back.
3. Monte Vista: Split its two games with Gabilan Division leader Palma.
4. Carmel: The only undefeated team in the MTAL has won eight straight.
5. Monterey: May have to turn its attention to chasing a playoff spot instead of a title.
6. Christopher: Starting to get hot with four straight wins.
7. North Salinas: Is just 2-4 outside the Pacific Division.
8. Pacific Grove: Injuries have riddled the Breakers in the first half.
9. Soledad: Has some work to do after being outscored 23-3 by Carmel in two games.
10. Gilroy: Headed for a Pacific Division showdown with North Salinas.
 On the bubble: King City, Alisal, Watsonville, Salinas.