The 2025 Major League Baseball season has begun, with a six-month regular season leading into the postseason. Among the many storylines to watch this year, here are 10 players who could be particularly interesting to follow:
– Shohei Ohtani, DH for the Los Angeles Dodgers, is expected to return to the pitcher’s mound after Tommy John surgery following a historic 50-homer, 50 stolen base season.
– Elly De La Cruz, SS for the Cincinnati Reds, is known for his speed, power, and improving weaknesses each season.
– Tarik Skubal, SP for the Detroit Tigers, won the pitching Triple Crown last season and is expected to continue improving this year.
– Justin Verlander, SP for the San Francisco Giants, is closing in on 300 career wins and could make a difference for the Giants this season.
– Paul Skenes, SP for the Pittsburgh Pirates, had an impressive rookie season and fans are curious to see what he can do in his second year.
– Luis Arraez, 2B for the San Diego Padres, aims to win his fourth consecutive batting title with the Padres this season.
– Julio Rodríguez, OF for the Seattle Mariners, is looking to take the next step towards reaching his MVP potential.
– Francisco Lindor, SS for the New York Mets, is an important defensive player for the team.
– Dylan Crews, OF for the Washington Nationals, is a top prospect entering his first official rookie season.
– Mike Trout, OF for the Los Angeles Angels, has been battling injuries but getting a healthy Trout back would be a significant boost for the Angels as they look to return to the postseason.
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