Ranking the top 10 first basemen in MLB after the All-Star break

The All-Star Game has passed, and MLB enters the 17^th week of the 2026 season. Players are vying for regular-season awards, playoff races are heating up, and the trade deadline is approaching. There is a lot of exciting action in store as the season continues forward. Here are the top 10 first basemen right now.

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10. TJ Rumfield, Colorado Rockies

Jun 23, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Rockies first baseman TJ Rumfield (7) hits a single in the third inning against the Boston Red Sox at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The rookie has posted All-Star numbers. Rumfield has one of the highest OPS among MLB first basemen. He carries the most potential of Colorado’s young players.

9. Luis Garcia, Washington Nationals

The veteran is having a great season. He’s thrived in a Washington offense that has up-and-coming young bats. Garcia could be a player traded at the upcoming deadline.

8. Jonathan Aranda, Tampa Bay Rays

Aranda has become a consistent hitter. The hitting machine enters the week ranked third in hits among MLB first basemen. He has been one of the team’s best hitters.

7. Bryce Harper, Philadelphia Phillies

The veteran continues to propel Philadelphia up the NL East standings. He’s had a consistent season, hitting for power. He enters the week tied for fifth in home runs among MLB first basemen.

6. Munetaka Murakami, Chicago White Sox

Mar 29, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami (5) reacts after hitting a solo home run in the second inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Murakami has teams wishing they would’ve taken a chance during last season’s offseason. In his first season, Murakami has posted numbers that led to an extension. He gives the White Sox stability at first base.

5. Freddie Freeman, Los Angeles Dodgers

The veteran hasn’t slowed down. He continues to provide great bat-to-ball skills. He will be a key player in the team’s postseason run.

4. Nick Kurtz, Athletics

The young superstar has become the face of the franchise. He’s hitting for power and hasn’t shown long stretches of struggling against MLB pitching. He will win an MVP Award in the upcoming seasons.

3. Matt Olson, Atlanta Braves

Jul 6, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson (28) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the New York Mets during the third inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images

The veteran is having a monster season. Entering the week, Matt Olson ranks second in home runs among MLB first basemen. He is the offensive leader for the Atlanta Braves.

2. Willson Contreras, Boston Red Sox

Contreras is having a career year. He enters the week third in home runs among MLB first basemen. He was thought to be headed elsewhere at the trade deadline, but the team is now in playoff contention.

1. Ben Rice, New York Yankees

Rice has posted MVP numbers this season. Entering the week, he ranks first in home runs among MLB first basemen. He will be a finalist for the AL MVP Award.

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