MLB starting pitcher power rankings in week 4

The 2026 MLB season is through three weeks. Numerous players are off to hot starts, while others are still working on timing and rhythm. The biggest stories are the players that come out of nowhere and have tremendous starts to their season. Here are the top 10 starting pitchers rankings in MLB after three weeks.

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1. Drew Rasmussen, Tampa Bay Rays

Rasmussen is having the best start of his career and leading Tampa Bay’s rotation. Entering the week, he’s made three starts and has a WHIP below 0.60. If he can stay healthy, he can represent the American League in the All-Star game.

2. Kevin Gausman, Toronto Blue Jays

Gausman has been a nightmare for opposing batters. He’s limited hitters to a batting average below .150. His strikeout rate is 1.5 per inning pitched.

3. Jose Soriano, Los Angeles Angels

Soriano is off to the best start of his career. Entering the week, he has four wins in four starts. He has a 0.67 WHIP and a .103 batting average against.

4. Michael Wacha, Kansas City Royals

Wacha has never had outstanding velocity, but the veteran knows how to pitch. He’s leading Kansas City’s starting rotation. Entering the week, he has a 0.43 ERA and 0.71 WHIP.

5. Cam Schlittler, New York Yankees

Schlittler is turning into New York’s best starting pitcher. Entering the week, he has 30 strikeouts in 21.2 innings pitched. Among MLB starting pitchers, he’s tied for fifth in WHIP.