May 2, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (48) hits a three run home run during the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
These are your MLB leaders in batting average entering play on Wednesday:
1. Aaron Judge, Yankees
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – AUGUST 23: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees points to the dugout after hitting his third home run of the game against the Washington Nationals at Yankee Stadium on August 23, 2023 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)
The Yankee captain is batting a robust .414 this season.
2. Paul Goldschmidt, Yankees
Apr 5, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (48) hits an RBI single against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the ninth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Goldy loves playing for the Yankees. After a down season in 2024, he is batting .353 as the primary cleanup hitter in the Bronx.
3. Pete Alonso, 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
He is known more for his power, but Alonso is batting an impressive .349 right now.
4. 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 A’s shortstop has been great, batting .341
5. Brendan Donovan, 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
Donovan is batting .336 this season and is one of the few bright spots for the Cards.
6. Steven Kwan, Guardians
CLEVELAND, OHIO – APRIL 19: Steven Kwan #38 of the Cleveland Guardians hits a two RBI double during the fifth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Progressive Field on April 19, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Kwan is one of the best contact hitters in the sport, and he is batting .333
7. Maikel Garcia, 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)
Garcia is in the midst of a breakout season, batting .322
8. Fernando Tatis Jr., Padres
Mar 28, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) looks skyward after hitting a solo home run during first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
Tatis Jr. is having a fantastic season all around, but his .317 average might be most impressive.
9. Alex Bregman, Red Sox
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
The Red Sox new 3B is off to a great start, batting .317.
10. Jonathan Aranda, Rays
Apr 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda (62) hits a two-run home run during the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Aranda is leading the Rays with a .316 average.
11. Teoscar Hernandez, Dodgers
Apr 12, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (37) hits a single against the Chicago Cubs during the fourth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
Teo is batting an impressive .315 this season.
12. Brice Turang, 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
The Brewers 2B/SS is batting .315
13. Bobby Witt Jr., Royals
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – SEPTEMBER 30: Bobby Witt Jr. #7 of the Kansas City Royals in action against the New York Yankees at Kauffman Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)
The AL MVP candidate is batting .314
14. Josh Naylor, 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
The D-Backs new 1B is batting .310 in the first month.
