Hitter Power Rankings See Major Shakeup as Corbin Carroll Climbs, Aaron Judge Drops

The latest MLB Hitter Power Rankings, released on May 28, 2026, have undergone a significant shakeup, reflecting the hot bats and recent performances of top Major League Baseball players. According to a poll of MLB.com experts, Yankees slugger Aaron Judge has dropped from the top spot, while other hitters have climbed the ranks, and some unranked players have surged onto the list. These rankings are based on statistics through Tuesday, May 26.

Corbin Carroll's Ascent

Corbin Carroll of the Arizona Diamondbacks has landed at the No. 1 spot in the rankings. His meteoric rise is attributed to his exceptional recent performance, hitting .400 with a 1.226 OPS over his last 11 games. Carroll has also been a triples machine, collecting four in that span and adding two home runs. His ability to consistently get on base and hit for power has propelled his season OPS to .964, the third-best mark in MLB.

Alvarez and Schwarber Maintain Strong Positions

Yordan Alvarez of the Houston Astros has climbed back up to the No. 2 position after a slight dip in the previous ranking. His recent power surge, marked by five home runs and a 1.122 OPS in his last 11 games, underscores his dangerous bat. Alvarez leads MLB with a 1.045 OPS for the season and is second in the AL with 18 home runs. Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies holds steady at No. 3, continuing to showcase his consistent power. He hit four home runs in his last nine games, bringing his season total to an MLB-best 21. Schwarber's .956 OPS for the season ranks fifth in baseball.

New Faces and Rising Stars

The rankings also welcome several new faces and highlight rising stars. Nick Kurtz of the Oakland Athletics, who finished as a finalist for AL Rookie of the Year last season, is now ranked No. 4. Despite not matching his previous power pace, Kurtz boasts a .437 on-base percentage, leading baseball, largely due to his MLB-leading walk total. He is on pace for over 100 RBIs. James Wood of the Washington Nationals makes his debut on the list at No. 5. Wood is having a standout season, leading MLB in runs scored and the NL in walks, on-base percentage, and OPS+. He is hitting .426 with a 1.207 OPS over his last 12 games and is on pace for over 40 home runs and 100 RBIs.

Jordan Walker's Breakout Season

Jordan Walker of the St. Louis Cardinals continues to build his case as a premier hitter, earning the No. 6 spot. He is having a breakout season, with his 15 home runs tied for second-most in the NL and his .943 OPS ranking fourth. Walker is on pace for an impressive 45 home runs and 128 RBIs, indicating potential MVP-level performance.

Judge's Slight Cool-Down

Aaron Judge, who held the top spot in the previous ranking, has dropped to No. 7. While still a formidable hitter, he has cooled down by his standards, hitting only one home run in his last 14 games. This has led to a drop in his OPS from 1.035 to .949. However, he remains among the league leaders in homers and OPS, and his recent five hits in three games suggest he may not stay outside the top half of the list for long.

Other Notable Inclusions

Juan Soto of the New York Mets, despite missing time in April due to a calf strain, makes his return to the rankings at No. 8. His .958 OPS, if qualified, would rank fifth in baseball. Since the last ranking, Soto has hit .366 with seven homers and a 1.336 OPS. Ketel Marte of the Arizona Diamondbacks has had an exceptional past two weeks, earning him the No. 9 spot. He led qualified MLB hitters in average (.524), hits (22), extra-base hits (10), OPS (1.506), and RBIs (17) over his last 10 games, earning him NL Player of the Week honors. Byron Buxton of the Minnesota Twins rounds out the top 10 at No. 10, showing a recent surge with a 1.054 OPS over his last seven games, including three homers.

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| Player | Team | Rank | Key Stat |
|——————–|———–|——|—————————-|
| Corbin Carroll | Diamondbacks | 1 | .400 AVG, 1.226 OPS (last 11 G) |
| Yordan Alvarez | Astros | 2 | 1.045 OPS (Season) |
| Kyle Schwarber | Phillies | 3 | 21 HR (Season) |
| Aaron Judge | Yankees | 7 | .949 OPS (recent) |

This shakeup in the Hitter Power Rankings highlights the dynamic nature of the MLB season, with top players constantly vying for dominance. The performances of emerging stars like Corbin Carroll and James Wood, alongside the sustained excellence of veterans like Yordan Alvarez and Kyle Schwarber, are crucial storylines for fans tracking the league's offensive landscape. The slight dip for Aaron Judge also adds an element of intrigue as the season progresses.

Fuente: MLB Official News RSS – https://www.mlb.com/news/mlb-hitter-power-rankings-for-may-28-2026

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