Apr 18, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Athletics first baseman Tyler Soderstrom (21) singles during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-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 first basemen.
1. Pete Alonso, New York Mets
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
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.
