The Core Four: Lawrence Butler (24), Tyler Soderstrom (23), Jacob Wilson (23), Nick Kurtz (22) The trio from this quartet that opened the season in the majors has been mostly excellent, as well as largely responsible for the A's being one of the big early surprises with a winning record.

From pitchers who have provided big-time starts for their squad to hitters who are shaping up to be anchors at their position for years to come, these are the 10 best rookies (so far) in 2025. Drake Baldwin has shown that he can be the future catcher for the Atlanta Braves,

At the same time as Rushing's new beginning, the end came for Austin Barnes. The longest-tenured position player on the team was designated for assignment after 11 seasons and two World Series championships. Barnes, the backup catcher to Will Smith, was hitting .214 with three doubles and two RBI.

The Dodgers promoted the top prospect in the organization for his major league debut, and cut a veteran who had played the last 11 seasons with the team.

The Dodgers summoned the No. 16 prospect in baseball to catch twice per week. The rookie replaces a beloved veteran.