As Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh — known as “Big Dumper” — becomes the baseball season’s breakout star, he is making it clear his best isn’t behind him.

That said, let’s take a look at the 10 best players this season — both position players and pitchers — and what has made them stand out among the hundreds and hundreds of others. Francisco Lindor's bat is great, but it's that plus his glove that makes him special. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

The National League won the first ever swing off in the MLB All-Star Game over the American League, thanks to Kyle Schwarber's three clutch home runs

It isn’t all MLB’s fault. As Manfred mentioned, sometimes agencies advise against attending the draft. However, the MLB Draft has other concerns that are arguably more pressing than players not attending the event — and that is saying something since players opting against going to the draft is a problem without question.

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred believes MLB players could participate in the 2028 Olympics with concessions to keep the 162-game schedule intact.

These seven players, each under the age of 24, are bringing superb charisma and skills to Major League Baseball.

Authorities say Chase Childers died after heroically jumping into the water in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, to rescue a family of five from rip currents.

Konnor Griffin's sublime professional debut puts him in position to finish the 2025 season as the top dynasty prospect in the fantasy baseball landscape.