MLB catcher power rankings entering week 15

June 30, 2026 · Yahoo Sports

The 2026 MLB All-Star Game is Tuesday, July 14th. Certain players have been elected as starters for the upcoming Mid-Summer Classic, and a handful of players are finalists to represent their respective leagues. However, there will be players who fall short of making an All-Star roster. As the league heads into Week 15, here are the top 10 catchers, first basemen, second basemen, and third basemen.

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10. Adley Rutschman, Baltimore Orioles

May 18, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Tampa Bay Rays in the seventh inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Rutschman is having a strong season. He recently returned from a stint on the injured list while dealing with a concussion. Entering the week, he is seventh in RBI among MLB catchers.

9. Carter Jensen, Kansas City Royals

The Royals have their catcher of the future in Carter Jensen. Entering the week, he is sixth in home runs among MLB catchers. Kansas City’s season hasn’t gone as planned, but Jensen is continuing to produce on a weekly basis.

8. Keibert Ruiz, Washington Nationals

Ruiz battled injuries last season but is back to full health in 2026. Entering the week, he’s on pace to set new career highs in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. His production has gone under the radar up to this point.

7. Gabriel Moreno, Arizona Diamondbacks

Moreno has developed into a strong Major League catcher. Entering the week, he’s on pace to set new career highs in home runs and RBI. If he can stay consistent, his offense will help Arizona reach the postseason.

6. William Contreras, Milwaukee Brewers

Apr 30, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras (24) is greeted in the dugout after hitting a two run home run in the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Contreras is having a big season, and the Brewers are in first. Entering the week, Contreras leads MLB catchers in hits and on-base percentage. Milwaukee will lean on its veteran backstop as the season progresses.

5. Drake Baldwin, Atlanta Braves

Throughout the season, Baldwin has been among the league leaders at the catcher position. He hasn’t skipped a beat following his outstanding rookie season in 2025. His offensive production will be crucial for the team’s continued success following the All-Star Game.

4. Liam Hicks, Miami Marlins

Hicks leads a handful of Marlins having big seasons. Entering the week, he leads the team in home runs and RBI. Miami needs its offensive leader healthy when he returns from the injured list.

3. Hunter Goodman, Colorado Rockies

Aug 1, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman (15) hits a solo home run in the ninth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Goodman has been as hot as any catcher. Entering the week, he leads MLB catchers in home runs. He’s on his way to surpassing last season’s career-high mark of 31 home runs.

2. Shea Langeliers, Athletics

Langeliers continues to be a leader at the catcher position. Entering the week, he is second among MLB catchers in hits. The future of the Athletics looks bright, and Shea Langeliers is among a trio of young players who can lead the Athletics to perennial playoff berths.

1. Dillon Dingler, Detroit Tigers

Dingler is having a sensational season. Entering the week, he leads MLB catchers in OPS. The Tigers haven’t had the success they’ve wanted, but Dillon Dingler leads the team in home runs and RBI.

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