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MLB outfield power rankings entering week 11

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3 June 2026 at 16:33

The 2026 MLB season is gearing up for week eleven. Through the first ten weeks, numerous players have gotten off to fast starts. There have been front-runners for All-Star selections, early cases for season-long awards, as well as rookies quickly making a name for themselves in the Majors. Heading into week eleven, here are the top 10 outfielders in the league.

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1. Jordan Walker, St. Louis Cardinals

Walker’s big season continues. Entering the week, he is one of the top MLB outfielders in home runs, RBI, and OPS. He leads the Cardinals in hits, home runs, RBI, and OPS.

2. Aaron Judge, New York Yankees

May 15, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) looks on from the on deck circle during the third inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Judge has posted strong power numbers over the past month. His batting average hasn’t caught up, but he has a high on-base percentage. Entering the week, he is tied for first in home runs among MLB outfielders. He is dealing with a rib/shoulder injury that could cost him some time on the IL.

3. Juan Soto, New York Mets

Soto is locked in and enters week eleven blistering hot. Entering the week, he leads MLB outfielders in OPS. He has jumped into the NL MVP conversation.

4. Andy Pages, Los Angeles Dodgers

There isn’t enough talk about Pages’ start to the season. Entering the week, he leads MLB outfielders in hits and RBI. On the Dodgers, Andy Pages ranks first in hits, RBI, and batting average.

5. James Wood, Washington Nationals

Wood is having the best start to a season in his career. Entering the week, he is second in home runs among MLB outfielders. He leads Washington in home runs, on-base percentage, slugging percentage, and OPS.

6. Byron Buxton, Minnesota Twins

May 27, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Buxton is on fire. Entering the week, he is tied for first in home runs among MLB outfielders. If the Twins sell at the trade deadline, Byron Buxton will be a highly coveted player.

7. Riley Greene, Detroit Tigers

Detroit’s offense has struggled, but Riley Greene is producing even though he’s not leaving the yard frequently or driving in a high number of runs. Entering the week, Greene is tied for first in hits among MLB outfielders. He’s the most consistent hitter in the Tigers’ lineup.

8. Randy Arozarena, Seattle Mariners

The power numbers aren’t eye-popping, but Arozarena is having a consistent start to the season. Entering the week, he is second in hits among MLB outfielders. He has the fifth-most runs scored.

9. Oneil Cruz, Pittsburgh Pirates

Oneil continues to produce while leading the league in strikeouts. He doesn’t get cheated on his swing, and this leads to a high number of swings-and-misses. Entering the week, he leads MLB outfielders in stolen bases and is one of three MLB outfielders with double-digit home runs and stolen bases.

10. Wilyer Abreu, Boston Red Sox

Abreu’s strong start isn’t getting enough attention. He’s been one of the main contributors for a struggling Boston Red Sox team. Entering the week, Wilyer Abreu is third in hits among MLB outfielders.

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MLB shortstop power rankings entering week 11

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3 June 2026 at 15:06

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1. CJ Abrams, Washington Nationals

Jun 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams (5) hits a double during the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

CJ Abrams continues to perform as the top MLB shortstop. Entering the week, he leads MLB shortstops in OPS. He leads the Nationals in hits.

2. Elly De La Cruz, Cincinnati Reds

Entering the week, De La Cruz is the only MLB shortstop with double-digit home runs and stolen bases. He is tied for first in home runs and RBI on the Reds. His main knock is his high number of strikeouts. He, unfortunately, was placed on the IL earlier in the week.

3. Bobby Witt Jr., Kansas City Royals

Over the past month, Witt Jr. has been one of MLB’s hottest hitters. Entering the week, he is one home run short of being the second MLB shortstop with double-digit home runs and stolen bases. Witt Jr. has the potential to go on a run and enter the conversation for American League MVP.

4. Otto Lopez, Miami Marlins

Lopez is quietly having one of the strongest seasons among MLB shortstops. Entering the week, he leads MLB shortstops in hits. He has become one of the best producers in Miami’s lineup.

5. Kevin McGonigle, Detroit Tigers

Enough can’t be said about rookie shortstop Kevin McGonigle. He doesn’t hit for great power numbers, but he has some of the best bat-to-ball skills of any first-year player. Entering the week, he is fifth in hits among MLB shortstops.

6. Colson Montgomery, Chicago White Sox

Sep 27, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Chicago White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery (12) hits a two run home run against the Washington Nationals during the fourth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

As with many power hitters, Montgomery hits a high number of home runs while striking out often. Entering the week, he leads MLB shortstops in home runs. He’s made an early case to represent the American League in the All-Star game.

7. Brayan Rocchio, Cleveland Guardians

Rocchio is having an underrated start to the season. Entering the week, he is tied for seventh in hits among MLB shortstops. He has been a key contributor for the first-place Cleveland Guardians.

8. Jacob Wilson, Athletics

Wilson’s numbers have held up even while missing the past few weeks with a shoulder injury. The high-contact hitter is a week and a half away from returning to the Athletics’ lineup. Upon his return, Wilson will start to move up the shortstop power rankings.

9. Zach Neto, Los Angeles Angels

He strikes out frequently but takes a respectable number of walks. Entering the week, Neto ranks fourth in home runs among MLB shortstops. He is second on the Angels in total bases.

10. Gunnar Henderson, Baltimore Orioles

Entering the week, Henderson is second in home runs among MLB shortstops. His season continues to be all or nothing. Henderson is either hitting home runs or striking out.

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