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We are nearing the end of the MLB regular season. It has been a great season so far, and some teams are starting to strap themselves in for an intense last few series.
With some team's backs against the wall, some seasons may come down to how some sluggers perform over the next few series. So today, we predict the top 10 hitters and where they may stack up in week 26.
MLB Hitters Power Rankings Predictions - Week 26
10. Francisco Lindor
Francisco Lindor is currently dealing with a back injury that is causing him to miss some games. New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza believes he will be out until Friday, which is a major blow.
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9. Brent Rooker
Brent Rooker has been elite this season. While not on the best team, he has quickly become a reason many fans tune in. In his last five gaes alone, he is hitting 8 for 21 with a home run and seven runs batted in.
8. Bryce Harper
Bryce Harper has been hot as of late. He is coming off a game last week where he hit two home runs and followed that up with another home run on Monday against the Milwaukee Brewers.
7. Marcell Ozuna
Marcell Ozuna has been the source of power the Atlanta Braves have needed this year. With injuries to their star players, he has stepped up hitting .303 with 37 home runs through 151 games.
6. Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been tearing the cover off the ball this season. Through 148 games, he is hitting a career-high .322 with 28 home runs and 97 runs batted in.
5. Yordan Alvarez
Yordan Alvarez has been a big part of why the Houston Astros are finding success again this season. With Kyle Tucker on the IL for much of the year, he has been the offensive leader for the AL West-leading club.
4. Juan Soto
Juan Soto has been one of the New York Yankees best players this season. He has been crucial to the team's success in what could be his only year in the Bronx.
3. Bobby Witt Jr.
Bobby Witt Jr. has been elite all season long for the Kansas City Royals. He just recently made history by being the first shortstop in history with two 30-30 seasons.
He has yet to miss a game this season and is currently hitting an MLB-leading .331. The future is certainly bright for this young slugger.
2. Shohei Ohtani
Shohei Ohtani has continued to turn heads this season, just with the bat in his hand. He joined the 40-40 club and could be a member of the 50-50 club when the week comes to an end.
1. Aaron Judge
While Aaron Judge cooled off a bit the last few weeks, he has gotten back into his groove. He has two home runs over his last five games to add to his MLB-leading 53 homers this year and counting.
He and Soto have been a big reason why the Bronx Bombers hold a four-game lead in the American League East. They look like true contenders after missing MLB's postseason altogether in 2023.
