The 2026 MLB season is through four weeks. Numerous players are continuing their hot starts, while others are finding their timing and rhythm. The biggest stories are about the players who haven’t slowed down since the season started. Here are the top 10 first basemen rankings heading into week five.
Rice continues his hot start to the season. He’s on pace to break last season’s total of 26 home runs. The young first baseman is aiming to represent the AL in this year’s All-Star Game.
Stewart is having the best start to the season of any National League rookie. He’s become one of the most relied upon bats in Cincinnati’s offense. Sal Stewart is making an early case for NL Rookie of the Year.
Olson is continuing his hot start. He’s single-handedly keeping Atlanta in games. His current pace is positioning him to have one of the best seasons of his career.
Murakami has picked up production after cooling down. He’s been the toughest out while hitting in Chicago’s lineup. He’s been the White Sox’s main producer this season.
The veteran has picked up his production for Boston. He’s come in clutch, and the team is paying dividends early. He’s quickly become acclimated to the Red Sox lineup in his first season with the team.
Philadelphia and Bryce Harper are heating up. The Phillies lineup is full of veterans who will carry the team throughout the season. It bodes well for the offense when Harper starts to lock in.
The veteran is starting to put it together. Freeman has been the definition of a consistent hitting first baseman. He will be in the top 10 at the position throughout the season.
Walker has rebounded after last season’s struggles. He’s on pace to reach 30 home runs for the first time as a member of the Astros. He will be one of the team’s offensive leaders throughout the season.
The power numbers haven’t popped yet, but Guerrero Jr. is producing. He’s getting on base and giving the team a chance to win. It’s only a matter of time before the ball starts leaving the yard.
Burger’s power is on display in Texas. He’s the perfect fit for the ballpark. He’s on pace for a 30-home run season.
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