Cleveland's baseball stars are rising! The city's beloved Guardians have two players making waves in the MLB Network's prestigious rankings.
José Ramírez, the Guardians' powerhouse third baseman, has secured the 5th spot on the network's annual Top 100 Players list. This is a career-high ranking for the 33-year-old, who has been a model of consistency and excellence. With a .283 batting average, 30 home runs, and 44 stolen bases in 2025, Ramírez became an elite member of the 30-30 club, a feat achieved by only four other players in MLB history. But here's where it gets impressive: he did all this while helping his team overcome a massive 15.5-game deficit to win the AL Central Division!
Ramírez's remarkable performance earned him his sixth Silver Slugger Award and a spot as a finalist for the AL MVP, finishing third. Despite never winning the MVP title, his eight top 10 finishes and 26th all-time ranking in career vote shares speak volumes about his impact on the game.
And he's not the only Guardian making headlines. Left fielder Steven Kwan, known for his defensive prowess, secured the 75th position on the same Top 100 list. Kwan struggled in the second half of the season but still managed to finish seventh in the AL for hits and steal 21 bases. His defensive skills are unparalleled, earning him his fourth consecutive Gold Glove Award with an impressive 22 defensive runs saved and 13 outfield assists.
The MLB Network's list is compiled annually by their production and research team, and the company Ramírez keeps is a testament to his talent. He's ranked among players like Juan Soto, Paul Skenes, and Shohei Ohtani, who was named the game's top player for the fourth time.
But is this ranking enough to shake off the 'underrated' label that seems to linger around Ramírez? And what does the future hold for Kwan as he strives to climb the ranks? The baseball world is watching with bated breath as these Cleveland stars continue to shine.
