The 2026 MLB season is barely three weeks old, but already, the early leaders are emerging. The Dodgers are atop the standings, as expected, but the real surprises lie in the AL Central, where the Twins are leading, and the Rays and Pirates are also in first place. The Mets and Blue Jays, on the other hand, are struggling at the bottom of their divisions. When it comes to stat leaders, the early season results are a mix of the familiar and the unexpected. Mike Trout, the three-time MVP, is leading the Majors in runs scored, a feat he last achieved a decade ago. His recent performance, however, has been a stark contrast to his previous injuries. Aaron Judge and Jordan Walker are also making waves with their home run hitting, despite Judge's slow start and Walker's recent struggles. Andy Pages is surprising with his high batting average and RBIs, while Oneil Cruz is stealing bases at an impressive rate. Yordan Alvarez is also a surprise leader in OPS and FanGraphs WAR, despite his injury history. On the pitching front, Jacob Misiorowski is striking out batters at an astonishing rate, while José Soriano is impressing with a low ERA and WHIP. Mason Miller and Paul Sewald are also making their mark as dominant relievers. Cam Schlittler, a young pitcher, is already equaling his WAR total from last season. These early leaders are setting the tone for the season, but the real test will be whether they can maintain their form as the season progresses.
