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MLB: Infielder Power Rankings

These are the top C, 1B, 2B, 3B, and SS entering the week:

Catchers:

Apr 5, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly (15) hits a three run home run against the San Diego Padres during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

1. Carson Kelly, Chicago Cubs: Kelly is coming off a rough stretch but continues to lead MLB catchers with 18 RBI.

2. Cal Raleigh, Seattle Mariners

Apr 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (29) hits a double against the Toronto Blue Jays in the fifth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

The past month has seen Raleigh go on a power surge and lead MLB catchers with nine home runs.

3. Sean Murphy, Atlanta Braves

Sep 30, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy (12) celebrates with teammates after scoring a run against the New York Mets in the seventh inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Murphy’s power supply has helped him reach seven home runs and 13 RBI.

4. Logan O’Hoppe, Los Angeles Angels

Apr 10, 2025; Tampa, Fl, USA; Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe (14) doubles against the Tampa Bay Rays during the second inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

O’Hoppe added another home run last week. He’s slashing .280/.299/.573 with seven home runs and 12 RBI.

5. Shea Langeliers, Athletics

WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 01: Shea Langeliers #23 of the Oakland Athletics drives in two runs with a double in the tenth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on September 01, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Langeliers’ breakout season continues. The Athletics’ catcher has five home runs and 12 RBI.

6. Will Smith, Los Angeles Dodgers

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 12: Will Smith #16 of the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrates his three run home run, to take a 7-1 lead over the San Diego Padres, during the fourth inning at Dodger Stadium on September 12, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

The Dodgers dodged a bullet with Smith’s wrist issue as he’s slashing .328/.430/.531 with three home runs and 15 RBI.

7. William Contreras, Milwaukee Brewers

Apr 13, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras (24) hits a home run in the second inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

Contreras broke out of his early-season slump, totaling three home runs and 15 RBI.

8. Ivan Herrera, St. Louis Cardinals

Apr 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; St. Louis Cardinals catcher Ivan Herrera (48) hits a three run home run during the fourth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

Herrera does not have an official timetable for his return, but the hope is for a fast return to the hot streak he opened the season on.

9. Miguel Amaya, Chicago Cubs

Apr 14, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Chicago Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya (9) hits a double during the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images

Amaya and Carson Kelly are on a 50/50 timeshare behind the plate in Chicago. However, Miguel Amaya has produced well, slashing .278/.298/.500 with two home runs and 14 RBI.

10. Hunter Goodman, Colorado Rockies

Mar 28, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman (15) doubles during the sixth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Last week, Goodman broke out of a slump and raised his season total to four home runs and 11 RBI.

First Base:

Apr 2, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) hits a three-run home run against the Miami Marlins during the eighth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

1. Pete Alonso, New York Mets: Alonso continues his hot streak, raising his totals to six home runs and 26 RBI.

2. Tyler Soderstrom, Athletics

Mar 27, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Athletics first baseman Tyler Soderstrom (21) celebrates while running the bases after hitting a solo-home run against the Seattle Mariners during the eighth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Soderstrom leads MLB’s 4th-ranked offense, slashing .310/.369/.620 with nine home runs and 22 RBI.

3. Spencer Torkelson, Detroit Tigers

Mar 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Detroit Tigers first base Spencer Torkelson (20) reacts after hitting a solo home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the seventh inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Torkelson is heading for a breakout campaign, totaling seven home runs and 21 RBI through 91 at-bats.

4. Michael Busch, Chicago Cubs

PHOENIX, ARIZONA – APRIL 17: Michael Busch #29 of the Chicago Cubs bats during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on April 17, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Cubs defeated the Diamondbacks 5-3. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)

The Cubs’ first baseman continues producing, posting five home runs and 16 RBI.

5. Matt Mervis, Miami Marlins

Apr 13, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins pinch hitter Matt Mervis (36) hits a three-run home run against the Washington Nationals during the seventh inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Mervis continues to produce for Miami, having reached seven home runs and 14 RBI through 64 at-bats.

6. Josh Naylor, Arizona Diamondbacks

Mar 30, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Josh Naylor (22) at bat in the second inning against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

Hitting in the heart of the order, the first baseman has slashed .310/.381/.490 with four home runs and 17 RBI.

7. Nathaniel Lowe, Washington Nationals

Mar 7, 2025; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Washington Nationals first baseman Nathaniel Lowe (33) hits a single against the New York Mets during the third inning at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

The left-hander has four home runs and is tied for the team lead with 19 RBI.

8. Bryce Harper, Philadelphia Phillies

Mar 27, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first base Bryce Harper (3) reacts after scoring a run during the tenth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Harper continues to reach base at a high clip while totaling five home runs and 14 RBI.

9. Matt Olson, Atlanta Braves

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – MARCH 30: Matt Olson #28 of the Atlanta Braves in action against the Philadelphia Phillies during a game at Citizens Bank Park on March 30, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

Olson went on a tear last week with two home runs and four RBI.

10. Rhys Hoskins, Milwaukee Brewers

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – JULY 21: Rhys Hoskins #12 of the Milwaukee Brewers hits a home run in the eighth inning during a game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on July 21, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Minnesota Twins 9-8. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)

Milwaukee’s first baseman is coming out of his slump as he produced a .500/.588/.714 slash line with one home run and four RBI a week ago.

Second Base:

Apr 15, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Tommy Edman (25) reacts at second base after hitting a double in the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium. All players wore #42 for Jackie Robinson Day. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

1. Tommy Edman, Los Angeles Dodgers: Edman continues his hot start, leading MLB second basemen with eight home runs and 19 RBI.

2. Jazz Chisholm, New York Yankees

Apr 5, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) steals second base against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the second inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Chisholm raised his season total to seven home runs, 15 RBI, and six stolen bases.

3. Brice Turang, Milwaukee Brewers

Apr 11, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Milwaukee Brewers second base Brice Turang (2) hits a two RBI double in the ninth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

Turang has produced great all-around numbers, slashing .333/.373/.435 with three home runs, 14 RBI, and eight stolen bases.

4. Nico Hoerner, Chicago Cubs

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – SEPTEMBER 29: Nico Hoerner #2 of the Chicago Cubs bats in a game against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field on September 29, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.(Photo by Matt Dirksen/Chicago Cubs/Getty Images)

Hoerner has produced for a hot Chicago lineup, slashing .300/.343/.356 with 14 RBI and six stolen bases.

5. Brendan Donovan, St. Louis Cardinals

Mar 30, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals infielder Brendan Donovan (33) breaks his bat as he singled to centerfield in the third inning against the Minnesota Twins at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Vizer-Imagn Images

A major producer in the league’s 5th-best offense, Brendan Donovan is slashing .366/.406/.538 with three home runs and 14 RBI.

6. Ozzie Albies, Atlanta Braves

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – MARCH 30: Ozzie Albies #1 of the Atlanta Braves in action against the Philadelphia Phillies during a game at Citizens Bank Park on March 30, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

Yet to reach a hot streak, Albies has still produced four home runs and 12 RBI.

7. Gabriel Arias, Cleveland Guardians

Apr 12, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Gabriel Arias (13) hits an RBI single in the fourth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Cleveland’s Arias has been a second base sleeper, slashing .280/.329/.493 with four home runs and 11 RBI.

8. Matt McLain, Cincinnati Reds

Apr 18, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain (9) hits a home run during the fourth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Strikeouts have been a concern, but the Reds’ second baseman has four home runs and 10 RBI.

9. Brooks Baldwin, Chicago White Sox

Apr 1, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox shortstop Brooks Baldwin (27) hits a sacrifice fly RBI during the fourth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

The rookie has quietly slashed .265/.292/.441 with three home runs, 12 RBI, and two stolen bases.

10. Kristian Campbell, Boston Red Sox

FORT MYERS, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 18: Kristian Campbell #28 of the Boston Red Sox poses for a portrait during photo day at JetBlue Park at Fenway South on February 18, 2025 in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

The Red Sox have received great production from the rookie as he’s slashing .294/.396/.459 with three home runs and eight RBI.

Third Base:

Apr 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (2) hits an RBI double during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

1. Alex Bregman, Boston Red Sox: Bregman continues his surge, slashing .327/.398/.567 with five home runs and 21 RBI.

2. Austin Riley, Atlanta Braves

ATLANTA, GA – MAY 14: Austin Riley #27 of the Atlanta Braves hits an RBI double in the eighth inning of a game against the San Diego Padres at Truist Park on May 14, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Brett Davis/Getty Images)

One of the hottest hitters over the past month, the Braves’ third baseman is slashing .304/.349/.520 with six home runs and 18 RBI.

3. Jose Ramirez, Cleveland Guardians

Apr 5, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) grounds out in the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Ramirez is starting to lock in, raising his season total to five home runs, 14 RBI, and five stolen bases.

4. Eugenio Suarez, Arizona Diamondbacks

Mar 28, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks third base Eugenio Suarez (28) singles in the seventh inning against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

The streakiest hitter in MLB, Suarez has 10 home runs and 20 RBI while having one of the best hard-hit percentages in the league.

5. Dylan Moore, Seattle Mariners

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dylan Moore (25) hits a double in the second inning of the MLB game between Cincinnati Reds and Seattle Mariners at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

The Seattle third baseman is on track for a career year, slashing .286/.346/.557 with nine RBI, five stolen bases, and tied for first with six home runs among MLB third basemen.

6. Matt Chapman, San Francisco Giants

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA – MAY 23: Matt Chapman #26 of the San Francisco Giants reacts in the dugout after hitting a three run home run on May 23, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images)

Chapman is on the verge of breaking out, sitting on five home runs and 16 RBI.

7. Junior Caminero, Tampa Bay Rays

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – SEPTEMBER 26: Junior Caminero #1 of the Tampa Bay Rays at bat during the second inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on September 26, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Paul Rutherford/Getty Images)

Modest production has seen Caminero reach five home runs and 12 RBI.

8. Isaac Paredes, Houston Astros

Apr 13, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after hitting a three run home run to left field against the Los Angeles Angels during the second inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

Paredes leads the Astros offense with four home runs and is tied for the team lead with 13 RBI.

9. Maikel Garcia, Kansas City Royals

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – AUGUST 06: Maikel Garcia #11 of the Kansas City Royals scores during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on August 06, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Entering his third full season, Garcia is starting to find his stride, slashing .284/.354/.420 with two home runs, 10 RBI, and three stolen bases.

10. Noelvi Marte, Cincinnati Reds

Apr 25, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Noelvi Marte (16) hits a single in the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Marte has played in 10 games since his call-up and is one of the hottest hitters in baseball, slashing .353/.405/.618 with two home runs, 10 RBI, and two stolen bases.

Shortstop:

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 17: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Elly De La Cruz #44 of the Cincinnati Reds in action against the New York Mets at Citi Field on September 17, 2023 in New York City. The Mets defeated the Reds 8-4. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

1. Elly De La Cruz, Cincinnati Reds: It was a matter of time before De La Cruz caught fire, and the shortstop is locked in, slashing .252/.325/.427 with five home runs, 22 RBI, and 10 stolen bases.

2. Trevor Story, Boston Red Sox

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OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 01: Trevor Story #10 of the Boston Red Sox looks on after an at bat against the Oakland Athletics at Oakland Coliseum on April 01, 2024 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Trevor Story cooled off last week but features a .291/.324/.456 slash line with five home runs, 15 RBI, and six stolen bases.

3. Francisco Lindor, New York Mets

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 26: Francisco Lindor #12 of the New York Mets reacts after scoring against the New York Yankees during the third inning at Citi Field on June 26, 2024 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)

Last week’s monster production raised Lindor’s season totals to five home runs and 14 RBI. 

4. Bobby Witt Jr., Kansas City Royals

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – APRIL 20: Bobby Witt Jr. #7 of the Kansas City Royals hits an infield single during the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Kauffman Stadium on April 20, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Kyle Rivas/Getty Images)

The Royals’ leader is starting to heat up, slashing .320/.390/.476 with two home runs, 10 RBI, and eight stolen bases.

5. Geraldo Perdomo, Arizona Diamondbacks

Arizona Diamondbacks Geraldo Perdomo (2) lays down a sacrifice bunt against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Perdomo’s early-season surge has taken a step back, but the Arizona shortstop is second among MLB shortstops with 19 RBI to go along with three home runs and four stolen bases.

6. Anthony Volpe, New York Yankees

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 8: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees in action against the Milwaukee Brewers during a game at Yankee Stadium on September 8, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

The last two weeks have been a struggle for the young shortstop who’s reached four home runs and 15 RBI.

7. Mookie Betts, Los Angeles Dodgers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 01: Mookie Betts #50 of the Los Angeles Dodgers hits a two-run ground-rule double in the fifth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Dodger Stadium on May 01, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Mookie Betts is working hard to lock in, but has four home runs and 11 RBI in the season.

8. CJ Abrams, Washington Nationals

WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 20: CJ Abrams #5 of the Washington Nationals rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the first inning against the Houston Astros at Nationals Park on April 20, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Abrams returned from a short IL stint, and his season totals reflect four home runs, nine RBI, and five stolen bases.

9. Jacob Wilson, Athletics

Mar 30, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (5) fields a ground ball single hit by Seattle Mariners right fielder Victor Robles (10, not pictured) during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Ryan Sun-Imagn Images

The rookie has taken MLB by storm, slashing .347/.354/.500 with three home runs, 14 RBI, and the league’s fourth-most hits (34).

10. Dansby Swanson, Chicago Cubs

MILWAUKEE, WI – SEPTEMBER 30: Dansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs throws the ball in a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on September 30, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Matt Dirksen/Getty Images)

Swanson is in a slump, but has totaled four home runs, 15 RBI, and four stolen bases early into the season.