Apr 12, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (29) hits a solo-home run against the Texas Rangers during the fifth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
MLB has completed its first five weeks, with big storylines ready to take focus. We are approaching the time of the year when numerous players start to find their groove and top prospects start receiving their calls to the Major Leagues. Below is a breakdown of Week 6’s top 10 catchers.
1. Carson Kelly, Chicago Cubs
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
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
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.
