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MLB: Infielder Power Rankings

These are the power rankings for C, 1B, 2B, 3B, and SS entering the week:

Catchers:

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

1. Cal Raleigh, Seattle Mariners: This season, Raleigh has 31 RBI and is tied for second in MLB with 15 home runs.

2. Austin Wells, New York Yankees

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 09: Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees reacts after his seventh inning three-run home run against the Kansas City Royals at Yankee Stadium on September 09, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

In his second full season, Wells has eight home runs and 28 RBI.

3. Carson Kelly, Chicago Cubs

May 5, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly (15) reacts after hitting a home run against the San Francisco Giants during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Kelly is making a case for the NL All-Star roster, slashing .299/.436/.632 with eight home runs and 23 RBI.

4. 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

One of the few bright spots in the Rockies lineup, Goodman has slashed .300/.354/.506 with seven home runs and 29 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)

Among MLB catchers, Langeliers is tied for third with eight home runs and fourth with 23 RBI.

6. 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 is on his way to a career year, already reaching 10 home runs and 23 RBI.

7. 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 has eight home runs, 18 RBI, and 12 extra-base hits.

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

A knee injury saw Herrera miss a month of action, but he’s back to full form, slashing .413/.472/.870 with five home runs and 18 RBI.

9. William Contreras, Milwaukee Brewers

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – AUGUST 12: William Contreras #24 of the Milwaukee Brewers reacts to a two run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the sixth inning at American Family Field on August 12, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Contreras has four home runs and 21 RBI. His 26 walks are second-best among MLB catchers.

10. Yainer Diaz, Houston Astros

May 11, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) hits a three-run home run during the third inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Diaz is trying to find consistency, but the Astros’ backstop has four home runs and 21 RBI.

First Base:

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 27: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets watches the flight of his fifth inning two-run home run against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citi Field on April 27, 2024 in New York City. The home run was the 200th of Alonso’s career. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

1. Pete Alonso, New York Mets: Alonso has cooled off but is third among MLB first basemen with nine home runs and first with 37 RBI.

2. Freddie Freeman, Los Angeles Dodgers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 17: Freddie Freeman #5 of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning at Dodger Stadium on August 17, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Freeman is headed for another All-Star appearance, slashing .375/.435/.680 with nine home runs and 34 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 leads MLB first basemen with 12 home runs and is second with 35 RBI.

4. Tyler Soderstrom, Athletics

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

Soderstrom leads the Athletics in home runs (10) and RBI (30).

5. 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

Lowe is on track for a career year, reaching eight home runs and 33 RBI in 47 games.

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

Arizona’s offseason acquisition has been on fire, slashing .308/.374/.467 with five home runs, 28 RBI, and eight stolen bases.

7. Paul Goldschmidt, New York Yankees

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

The 37-year-old is off to his best start since 2022, slashing .341/.389/.494 with five home runs and 24 RBI.

8. 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)

The Atlanta first baseman is coming off a big week, raising his totals to nine home runs and 24 RBI.

9. 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 flourish as the Phillies’ first baseman, having reached seven home runs and 26 RBI.

10. Willson Contreras, St. Louis Cardinals

Mar 1, 2024; Jupiter, Florida, USA; St. Louis Cardinals catcher Wilson Contreras (40) swings during his at-bat against the New York Mets in the third inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

Last week, Conteras had a .885 OPS with one home run and four RBI.

Second Base:

Apr 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Tommy Edman (25) hits a three-run home run during the sixth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

1. Tommy Edman, Los Angeles Dodgers: Edman hasn’t played since April 29th due to an ankle injury, but leads MLB second basemen with eight home runs and 24 RBI.

2. Gleyber Torres, Detroit Tigers

May 3, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres (25) forced out at first base against the Los Angeles Angels during the fourth inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

Torres is slashing .295/.363/.457 with five home runs and 24 RBI.

3. Brandon Lowe, Tampa Bay Rays

Mar 28, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays second base Brandon Lowe (8) singles during the seventh inning against the Colorado Rockies at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Last week, Lowe posted a 1.097 OPS with two home runs and six RBI.

4. Jazz Chisholm Jr., New York Yankees

TAMPA, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 18: Jazz Chisholm Jr. #13 of the New York Yankees poses for a portrait during the New York Yankees Photo Day at George M. Steinbrenner Field on February 18, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

An oblique injury saw Chisholm Jr.’s last feature on April 29th, but his seven home runs are second-best among MLB second basemen.

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

Donovan is slashing .316/.376/.450 with three home runs and 21 RBI.

6. 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 been one of the top Milwaukee hitters, slashing .296/.374/.371 with three home runs, 16 RBI, and 12 stolen bases.

7. Nico Hoerner, Chicago Cubs

May 5, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs second base Nico Hoerner (2) is greeted after scoring against the San Francisco Giants during the fourth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Still searching for his first home run, Hoerner is slashing .285/.330/.352 with 19 RBI, 10 stolen bases, and 26 runs scored.

8. 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.

Last week, Moore posted a .945 OPS with one home run and four RBI.

9. 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)

Albies has five home runs, 16 RBI, and five stolen bases.

10. Bryson Stott, Philadelphia Phillies

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JULY 02: Bryson Stott #5 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates a double during the seventh inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on July 02, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

The underrated second baseman has four home runs, 24 RBI, and nine stolen bases.

Third Base:

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

1. Eugenio Suarez, Arizona Diamondbacks: Suarez leads MLB third basemen with 14 home runs and 37 RBI.

2. Alex Bregman, Boston Red Sox

Apr 6, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (2) runs the bases after hitting a three run home run against the St. Louis Cardinals during the third inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Bregman is slashing .309/.391/.580 with 11 home runs and 34 RBI.

3. Jose Ramirez, Cleveland Guardians

CLEVELAND, OH – MAY 08: Jose Ramirez #11 of the Cleveland Guardians hits a one-run triple off Alek Manoah #6 of the Toronto Blue Jays during the third inning at Progressive Field on May 08, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Ron Schwane/Getty Images)

Ramirez is stating his case for an AL All-Star roster spot, slashing .293/.358/.516 with nine home runs, 23 RBI, and 12 stolen bases.

4. 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 MLB’s top hitters over the past Month, Riley has eight home runs and 27 RBI.

5. 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 has eight home runs and 24 RBI.

6. Josh Jung, Texas Rangers

ARLINGTON, TEXAS – OCTOBER 18: Josh Jung #6 of the Texas Rangers hits a two run home run against Cristian Javier #53 of the Houston Astros during the fifth inning in Game Three of the American League Championship Series at Globe Life Field on October 18, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Last week, Jung produced a 1.303 OPS with four home runs and eight 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)

21 years old, and in his second season, Caminero already has career-best marks with eight home runs and 20 RBI.

8. Manny Machado, San Diego Padres

Apr 8, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; San Diego Padres third base Manny Machado (13) hits a home run against the Athletics during the first inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Machado’s .323/.392/.466 slash line is one of the best among MLB third basemen.

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)

Year three has seen Garcia put it together, slashing .301/.368/.485 with five home runs, 19 RBI, and 10 stolen bases.

10. 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 has six home runs and 21 RBI.

Shortstops:

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: De La Cruz is making his push to be the NL All-Star’s starting shortstop, slashing .251/.324/.415 with eight home runs, 31 RBI, and 15 stolen bases.

2. Francisco Lindor, New York Mets

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)

Lindor is slashing .290/.356/.481 with nine home runs, 28 RBI, and six stolen bases.

3. 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)

Betts continues to produce in the Dodgers’ lineup with six home runs, 28 RBI, five stolen bases, and 37 runs scored.

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)

Witt Jr. is on track to be the AL All-Star starting shortstop, slashing .309/.379/.519 with five home runs, 25 RBI, and 16 stolen bases.

5. 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’s 2024 rebound is underway as he’s reached 10 home runs, 26 RBI, and six stolen bases.

6. 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 is on pace for a career-year, slashing .301/.360/.522 with six home runs, 16 RBI, and nine stolen bases.

7. 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 slashed .333/.366/.471 with five home runs and 26 RBI. His 58 hits are tied for second in MLB.

8. 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 is slashing .299/.402/.471 with five home runs and MLB shortstop-leading 34 RBI.

9. Anthony Volpe, New York Yankees

Apr 5, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (11) hits a three run double against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fifth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Yankees’ shortstop has six home runs, 25 RBI, and seven stolen bases.

10. Jeremy Pena, Houston Astros

Apr 22, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (3) runs to first base on a single during the seventh inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Pena is slashing .301/.356/.451 with six home runs, 23 RBI, and six stolen bases.

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