Rangers' $325 Million Shortstop Snubbed From Top MLB Player List

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Despite putting up monster offensive numbers, Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager was left off Bleacher Report's list of the top 25 MLB players, with the publication citing his inability to stay healthy consistently as the main reason. Seager, who signed a 10-year, $325 million contract with the Rangers in 2021, is a five-time All-Star and two-time World Series MVP, but has played 130 or more games in a season just four times in his 11-year career.

Why it matters

Seager's exclusion from the top 25 list is a notable snub for the Rangers' star shortstop, who is one of the most talented players in the league when healthy. The Rangers will need Seager on the field as much as possible if they hope to return to the postseason, as he is a key part of their long-term plans after signing the lucrative contract.

The details

Seager has been an offensive force when healthy, posting a .860 OPS in just 102 games last season. However, injuries have been a persistent issue throughout his career, with the only time he had back-to-back seasons with 145 or more games played being from 2016-17 with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bleacher Report's Tim Kelly cited Seager's inability to stay on the field consistently as the main reason for leaving him off the top 25 list, despite acknowledging that he is still one of the best offensive players in the league.

• Seager signed a 10-year, $325 million contract with the Texas Rangers following the 2021 season.
• Bleacher Report published its list of the top 25 MLB players on March 16, 2026.

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What’s next

The Rangers will be hoping that Seager can stay healthy and continue to produce at a high level, as they look to return to the playoffs and compete for a World Series championship.