2025 Top 100 MLB Players: #30 - #26

30. Rafael Devers, Boston Red Sox

Rafael Devers remains one of the most formidable hitters in the American League. The three-time All-Star (2021, 2022, 2024) and two-time Silver Slugger Award recipient (2021, 2023) has firmly established himself as a key player in the Red Sox lineup since making his MLB debut in 2017.

Devers, who celebrated a World Series victory with Boston in 2018, has notched more than 200 home runs and amassed over 650 RBIs throughout his career while maintaining a batting average of .278. Renowned for his exceptional power from the left side of the plate, Devers has recorded numerous seasons with over 30 home runs, notably achieving the remarkable feat in 2024 when he became the first player in Red Sox history to hit home runs in six consecutive games.

Following the Red Sox's acquisition of Alex Bregman before the 2025 season, Devers transitioned from his customary position at third base to primarily take on the role of the team's designated hitter. Although he was initially hesitant about this position change, Devers has come to embrace his new responsibilities, concentrating his efforts on his primary strength: hitting the ball with power.

29. Corey Seager, Texas Rangers

Corey Seager has firmly cemented his reputation as one of baseball's premier shortstops over the course of his career, now entering his fourth season with the Texas Rangers. The five-time All-Star (2016, 2017, 2022-2024) and three-time Silver Slugger (2016, 2017, 2023) stands out as one of the game's most complete offensive shortstops.

Seager's achievements include two World Series titles (2020 with the Dodgers and 2023 with the Rangers) and the extraordinary honor of being named World Series MVP twice with two different teams, making him the only player ever to accomplish this feat in both leagues.

Recognized for his fluid left-handed swing and considerable power for a shortstop, Seager upholds a career batting average of .291, complemented by over 200 home runs. His consistent performance warranted a monumental 10-year, $325 million contract with the Rangers prior to the 2022 season. Despite grappling with a sports hernia that prematurely ended his 2024 season, Seager marked a significant achievement last year by hitting his 200th career home run, thus becoming the first solely left-handed hitting shortstop in MLB history to reach this milestone.

28. Austin Riley, Atlanta Braves

Austin Riley has emerged as one of the National League's standout third basemen and an integral part of the Braves' core. A two-time All-Star (2022, 2023) and two-time Silver Slugger Award winner (2021, 2023), Riley possesses an impressive combination of power along with a growth in his all-around offensive abilities.

Since being selected 41st overall by the Braves in the 2015 MLB Draft, Riley has consistently honed his skills. He played an essential role in Atlanta's 2021 World Series championship team and has cemented his status as a middle-of-the-order powerhouse within the Braves lineup.

Riley's breakout 2021 season featured a batting average of .303 with 33 home runs and 107 RBIs, joining the ranks of Eddie Mathews and Chipper Jones as the only Atlanta third basemen to finish a season with a batting average over .300 while also securing 30+ home runs and 100+ RBIs at the age of 24 or younger. This stellar performance allowed him to secure a 10-year, $212 million contract extension with the Braves in 2022, the largest contract of its kind in the team's history at that point.

While injuries, including an intercostal strain and a season-ending hand fracture, hindered Riley during the 2024 season, his powerful bat and improving defensive skills at third base render him one of the most valuable infielders when healthy.

27. Michael Harris II, Atlanta Braves

Michael Harris II has swiftly established himself as one of the most exhilarating young outfielders in baseball since his MLB debut in 2022. The Atlanta native and 2022 National League Rookie of the Year has captivated fans with the Braves, thanks to his dynamic blend of power, speed, and defensive prowess.

Selected in the third round of the 2019 MLB Draft, Harris ascended quickly through the Braves' minor league ranks, making an immediate impact upon his arrival in the major leagues. His rookie campaign was so impressive that the Braves awarded him an eight-year, $72 million extension after just three months in the big leagues.

In 2023, Harris continued his development with a .293 batting average, 18 home runs, 57 RBIs, and 20 stolen bases over the course of 138 games. Despite experiencing a significant hamstring injury that sidelined him for much of the 2024 season, Harris demonstrated resilience upon his return, famously hitting a grand slam in his first game back from the injured list.

Possessing elite defensive skills in center field, burgeoning power, and exceptional baserunning ability, Harris symbolizes the future of the Braves' outfield. At just 24 years old, he continues to enhance all facets of his game.

26. Kyle Schwarber, Philadelphia Phillies

Kyle Schwarber has evolved from a promising young power hitter with the Chicago Cubs into one of baseball's most feared sluggers with the Philadelphia Phillies. A two-time All-Star (2021, 2022) and the recipient of the 2022 Silver Slugger Award, Schwarber wields remarkable power from the left side of the plate and has emerged as one of the game's premier leadoff hitters, despite his unconventional profile for that batting order position.

During his debut season with the Phillies in 2022, Schwarber led the National League in home runs with 46, and he followed that up with an impressive 47 home runs in 2023. His 2024 season featured two extraordinary three-homer games, including a 5-for-6 performance against the Blue Jays, which included a decisive three-run home run in the 9th inning. In September 2024, he eclipsed Alfonso Soriano's single-season record by hitting his 14th leadoff home run.

Although his batting average typically hovers around .230 (and occasionally dips below), Schwarber compensates with exceptional power, a high on-base percentage due to his ability to draw walks, and an aptitude for working deep count at-bats. He has also demonstrated prowess in postseason play, holding the record for the most National League Championship Series home runs with a total of 11.

Beyond his achievements on the field, Schwarber has endeared himself to Phillies fans through his leadership and timely hitting. He famously introduced the song "Dancing on My Own" as the team's victory anthem during their 2022 World Series journey, creating a lasting tradition that resonates within Philadelphia.