{"id":725480,"date":"2026-06-09T16:11:12","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T16:11:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/725480\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T16:11:12","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T16:11:12","slug":"mlb-second-basemen-power-rankings-entering-week-12","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/725480\/","title":{"rendered":"MLB second basemen power rankings entering week 12"},"content":{"rendered":"

MLB<\/a> has completed 11 weeks of the 2026 season. Certain players are having great seasons, but injuries are starting to affect some of the game\u2019s best players. Heading into week twelve, here are the top ten second basemen around the league.<\/p>\n

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Turang is having another outstanding season. Entering the week, he leads MLB second basemen in OPS. He leads the Brewers in on-base percentage.<\/p>\n

Entering the week, Lowe leads the Pirates and MLB second basemen in home runs. He has produced great numbers in his first season with Pittsburgh. His injury history will be a concern as the season continues to progress.<\/p>\n

Edwards\u2019 season needs more attention. Entering the week, he is third in hits, tied for first in triples, and second in on-base percentage among MLB second basemen. He is one of two Marlins players with double-digit doubles, 20 RBI, and .800 OPS.<\/p>\n

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The Giants have struggled offensively this season, but Luis Arraez continues to be one of the team\u2019s best hitters. Entering the week, Luis Arraez leads MLB second basemen in hits. The National League has an abundance of second base talent, and Arraez will be in the mix to make the NL All-Star team.<\/p>\n

His name isn\u2019t mentioned enough, but Ezequiel Duran is having a strong season. Entering the week, he is one of two Rangers hitters with an OPS over .800. He is tied for the team lead in triples.<\/p>\n

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Clement continues to produce in a career year. Entering the week, he leads Toronto in hits. He is tied for seventh in home runs among MLB second basemen.<\/p>\n

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Albies has put his power on display this season. Entering the week, he is third in home runs among MLB second basemen. He has helped Atlanta to a convincing lead in the NL East.<\/p>\n

Marte has played a key role in Arizona\u2019s second-place standing in the NL West. Entering the week, Ketel Marte is second in home runs among MLB second basemen. He\u2019s chasing a fourth consecutive season with at least 25 home runs.<\/p>\n

Wetherholt has reached base at a high rate in his rookie season. Entering the week, he is fourth in on-base percentage among MLB second basemen. He will be a finalist for the NL Rookie of the Year Award.<\/p>\n

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The White Sox have been one of the league\u2019s surprising teams early in the 2026 season. Second basemen Chase Meidroth has taken a leap forward in his second season. Entering the week, he is fifth in hits among MLB second basemen.<\/p>\n

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