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Hoerner Tops Rankings; Lowe, Albies, Abrams Lead Stat Charts

4/29/2026

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MLB analysts' 2026 rankings placed Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner in the top four after an extension at March’s end.
Brandon Lowe led second basemen in home runs on April 14, 2026.
Ozzie Albies posted a top career start after injury on April 3, 2026.
CJ Abrams led shortstops in OBP and SLG on September 6, 2025, with 19 homers and 30 steals.

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MLB analysts' 2026 rankings placed Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner in the top four after an extension at March’s end.
Brandon Lowe led second basemen in home runs on April 14, 2026.
Ozzie Albies posted a top career start after injury on April 3, 2026.
CJ Abrams led shortstops in OBP and SLG on September 6, 2025, with 19 homers and 30 steals.