How Shohei Ohtani Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman are powering Dodgers to No 1 spot in 2025 MLB rankings

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 8, 2025, 03:50 IST

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have seized the No. 1 spot in the 2025 power rankings, fueled by stellar performances from stars like Ohtani, Betts, and Freeman. Their strong batting, decent bowling, and strategic management have led to decisive victories.

How Shohei Ohtani Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman are powering Dodgers to No 1 spot in 2025 MLB rankings (Image Source: X)

The 2025 baseball season has just begun, and the first power rankings are already here. And guess what? The Los Angeles Dodgers are ranked No.1! The Dodgers are doing super well to date. With people like Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, and Shohei Ohtani playing to the best of their abilities, the team has been winning and everyone is getting proof of how exceptional they are. Their bowling is decent, batting is attacking, and defence is fine. That is why they are in the leading position.

Why are Dodgers ranked number one in 2025?

The Los Angeles Dodgers did not exist by chance. They struggled extremely hard in every game. Their key player, Shohei Ohtani, is doing fantastically both as a batter and a bowler. Mookie Betts is playing like a true leader. But Freddie Freeman is also playing his best at every opportunity. Together, they enable the team to win repeatedly.

Also, the Dodgers' bench strength is fine. Even when stars rest, others deliver, indicating that the team is deep. Their skipper has been making fantastic moves, too, keeping the team ahead in close games. In most games this year, they have had large margins of victory, which makes their power ranking even stronger. Also, beating competitive teams early in the season helps prove that they are not simply lucky but good.

Dodgers lead early fight to stay on top continues

Although the Los Angeles Dodgers are currently number one, the season is long. The Houston Astros, New York Yankees, and Atlanta Braves are also performing well. If the Dodgers want to hold on to their number-one status, they have to keep on working hard, remain healthy, and keep winning.
For the moment, Dodgers fans can smile with reason. Their team is perched high at No.1 on the 2025 power rankings, in great form and demonstrating strong teamwork. If they continue to play as they have been, Los Angeles may be in for a thrill ride of a season. Here's hoping that the Dodgers will maintain that number-one spot right through!
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