MLB first base power rankings entering week 7
The 2026 MLB season is through six weeks. This is the time when players break out of early-season slumps. Certain players are continuing their outstanding production.
This is what sets baseball apart from every other sport. Entering week seven, here are the top 10 first basemen rankings. MORE: John Sterling’s 5 most memorable Yankees home run calls 1.
Ben Rice, New York Yankees May 1, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice (22) celebrates after hitting a three run home run during the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images Rice has continued to produce. Entering the week, he leads all MLB first basemen in OPS.
He’s been the Yankees’ best hitter, not named Aaron Judge. 2. Matt Olson, Atlanta Braves Olson is having a great start to the 2026 season.
His hot start puts him ahead of his previous two seasons. Continued production can align him with his 2023 season, where he produced 54 home runs and 139 RBI. 3.