Top 5 starting pitcher rankings in MLB entering 2026
The 2026 MLB regular season begins on March 25th. Last season had many storylines, with tenured and rookie players having electric seasons. Baseball is the greatest sport in the world, and the upcoming season won’t disappoint.
With a week before…
The 2026 MLB regular season begins on March 25 th . Last season had many storylines, with tenured and rookie players having electric seasons. Baseball is the greatest sport in the world, and the upcoming season won’t disappoint.
With a week before the 2026 MLB begin here are the top five starting pitcher rankings. MORE: Top 5 catchers in MLB heading into the season 5. Hunter Brown, Houston Astros Sep 24, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Hunter Brown (58) delivers a pitch against the Athletics in the first inning at Sutter Health Park.
Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images In his third full season, Brown reached his full potential and became the undisputed ace of Houston’s starting rotation. He set career highs in games started, innings pitched, ERA, WHIP, and reached 200 strikeouts for the first time. Brown will build on last season’s breakout year during the upcoming season.