From moonshot home runs to web-gem worthy grabs in the outfield, MLBbros have been putting on a show all season long. Now that we’ve reached the halfway point—smack in the middle of the summer grind—it’s the perfect time to take stock. The All-Star break is near, and with highlight reels overflowing, let’s run down the top five MLBbros who’ve been dominating the diamond so far.
1) Aaron Judge
Aaron Judge is the most recognizable name on this list, but that’s not the only reason he tops it. Number 99 has been crushing it—literally and figuratively—this season.
Known for launching baseballs into the stratosphere, Judge is doing that and more. He’s already racked up 28 home runs and is batting .358, leading the league and showing he’s more than just a Bro Bomb machine—he’s elite at both power and contact.
With Juan Soto gone to the Mets in free agency, there were questions about whether Judge could cut down the strikeouts and carry the Yankees back to title contention. So far, the answer is a resounding yes—which is why he holds the No. 1 spot on this list.
2) James Wood
Every time I watch MLBbro James Wood take the field, I can’t help but hear Jay-Z’s “A Star Is Born” playing in my head—because that’s exactly what we’re witnessing in Washington, D.C.
From the moment James Wood debuted in 2024, his potential was clear. Now, in 2025, that promise is turning into production. At the midway point of his first full season as a starter for the Washington Nationals, the sophomore slugger has already launched 22 home runs and boasts an impressive .278/.377/.553 slash line.
What earns him the No. 2 spot? Clutch performance. With runners in scoring position, those numbers rise to .286/.408/.636. Wood isn’t just ready for primetime—he’s thriving in it.
3) Josh Naylor
If MLBbro Josh Naylor needed a nickname, it’d be Mr. Consistency—because that’s exactly what he’s been in 2025. While he’s not matching last year’s home run pace, he’s having a stronger all-around season at the plate, slashing .304/.359/.474.
With the Diamondbacks fading from playoff contention and Naylor in the final year of his deal, he’s remained their most reliable bat—on track for a second straight All-Star nod. One thing’s certain: after this season, Josh Naylor deserves to get paid.
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4) Hunter Greene
Pitchers deserve some love on this list too—and MLBbro Hunter Greene is easily the most deserving. Now, I know what you might be thinking: “But he’s missed most of June.” Fair. But don’t let that short absence make you forget just how dominant this Cincinnati Reds mound marauder was when healthy.
At first glance, Hunter Greene’s 4–3 record and 2.72 ERA might not jump off the page—but don’t be fooled. His 0.97 WHIP and 73 strikeouts paint a clearer picture of just how dominant he’s been. When healthy, he’s been right there with elite arms like Tarik Skubal (0.87 WHIP), Paul Skenes (0.91), and Max Fried (0.94).
The Reds’ offense started clicking while Greene was sidelined, skewing the win-loss column. But if he returns strong and gets run support, Greene isn’t just one of the top MLBbros—he’s a top five pitcher in baseball, period.
5) Byron Buxton
MLBbro Byron Buxton started the season slow, but now he’s on an absolute tear—delivering nightly highlights on both sides of the field for the Minnesota Twins. Calling his May and June a “hot streak” doesn’t do it justice—he’s been a supernova at the plate, slashing .310/.396/.619 with 12 home runs. Buxton’s also hitting a scorching .377 with runners in scoring position, making him the fourth-best offensive center fielder in baseball.
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Barring injury, there’s no sign of him slowing down. In fact, the numbers show he’s only getting started. Not only is he firmly in the top five on this list—you could argue he deserves to be even higher. One thing’s for sure: Bux should be an All-Star.
