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

The Big Lead · Jul 21, 2026 13:48 · 3 min read

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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 second basemen right now.

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10. Chase Meidroth, Chicago White Sox

The White Sox are competing, and Meidroth is producing. The young second baseman is improving on a weekly basis. He gives the team stability up the middle.

9. JJ Wetherholt, St. Louis Cardinals

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Jun 21, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt (26) celebrates in the dugout after scoring during the second inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

The rookie is having a successful season. He’s hitting for power and reaching base. He is in contention for the NL Rookie of the Year Award.

8. Cole Young, Seattle Mariners

Young is having an underrated season. He’s hit for power and has been a consistent producer for Seattle. At 22 years old, Young has a bright future.

7. Ernie Clement, Toronto Blue Jays

The veteran continues to produce. His production earned him a start in last week’s All-Star Game. This season has been a career year for Ernie Clement.

6. Luis Arraez, San Francisco Giants

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Mar 27, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants second baseman Luis Arraez (1) throws the ball to first base during the seventh inning against the New York Yankees at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Arraez enters the week second in hits among MLB players. He’s been one of the best contributors for the Giants. He will be a player moved at the trade deadline.

5. Xavier Edwards, Miami Marlins

Edwards is having a highly successful season. He’s getting on base frequently and scoring runs. He enters the week fifth in stolen bases among MLB second basemen.

4. Ozzie Albies, Atlanta Braves

The veteran hasn’t seen a dip in power this season. Entering the week, he ranks tied for third in home runs among MLB second basemen. He has helped the Braves atop the NL East.

3. Ketel Marte, Arizona Diamondbacks

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May 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (4) reacts after hitting a home run during the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Ketel Marte is producing for Arizona. The Dodgers are running away with the division, but Marte has helped put the Diamondbacks into playoff contention. Marte’s production must continue as the team chases a Wild Card spot.

2. Brice Turang, Milwaukee Brewers

Turang is having another solid season. He ranks in the top five at the position in home runs and stolen bases. He is one of the position’s most underrated players.

1. Brandon Lowe, Pittsburgh Pirates

Lowe is giving Pittsburgh more than they asked for. In his first season with the Pirates, Lowe has provided power. He enters the week with the most home runs among MLB second basemen.

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