MLB second basemen power rankings in week 5

Edwards has shown the ability to reach base and rack up steals. He’s producing through this season’s first three weeks. Edwards will be a cog batting at the top of Miami’s lineup.

5. Jeremiah Jackson, Baltimore Orioles

Jackson is locked in and producing. He’s displaying power and has already totaled his career high in home runs. He’s making it hard for his bat to come out of the lineup when Jackson Holliday returns from injury.

6. Jose Altuve, Houston Astros

The veteran doesn’t steal many bases at this stage of his career, but he still produces power numbers. Altuve will be among the league leaders at second base. Houston is relying on their veteran early in the season.

7. Ozzie Albies, Atlanta Braves

Albies is starting quickly for an Atlanta team ready to compete for the NL East. Hitting near the top of the lineup, he will have every opportunity to produce. He will be a top 10 second baseman throughout the season.

8. Oswald Peraza, Los Angeles Angels

Peraza has played an early role in the success of Los Angeles’ lineup. He’s getting on base and scoring runs. There will be regression for the Angels’ second baseman.

9. Ketel Marte, Arizona Diamondbacks

Marte is starting to turn it around. He had a slow start to last season as well. It’s only a matter of time before he starts climbing the power rankings.

10. JJ Wetherholt, St. Louis Cardinals

The rookie is learning on the fly. He’s had highs and lows, but he’s showing his great potential. JJ Wetherholt will be in contention for National League Rookie of the Year.

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