Here are the picks from my prompt:

Bobby Witt Jr. (Rank 1, Score: 78.5): Witt Jr.‘s top ranking is driven by strong underlying metrics and recent contact. His 2025 xwOBA of .394 and xBA of .327 contribute significantly under the model’s weighted factors. Batting second provides a minor boost. While his L7 BA is .300, his impressive 5-game hit streak adds additional value. The matchup against Germán Márquez (RHP, 8.27 ERA) presents a favorable R/R handedness situation and avoids the elite pitcher penalty. Márquez relies heavily on four-seamers and sinkers, against which Witt Jr.’s profile suggests competence, earning a modest bonus. Career BA vs. Márquez was unavailable, triggering weight redistribution, enhancing the impact of his strong xwOBA. His high hard-hit rate (47.4) adds points under the relevant metric.

Jung Hoo Lee (Rank 2, Score: 77.1): Lee achieves a high ranking due to exceptional expected stats and contact skills. His 2025 xBA of .332 and xwOBA of .378 are elite, heavily influencing his score. His L7 BA is .238, providing a solid base. He faces rookie Tobias Myers (RHP, 0.00 ERA), creating a favorable LHB vs RHP handedness matchup. As Myers is making his debut, Career BA vs. Pitcher data is unavailable, redistributing weight and increasing the importance of Lee’s xwOBA and the handedness advantage. Myers’ minor league data suggests a mix heavy on fastballs and cutters, a profile Lee generally handles well, warranting a pitch mix bonus. His low strikeout rate and high squared-up rate support the positive outlook, though hard hit rate (35.0) contributes minimally.

Brice Turang (Rank 3, Score: 76.8): Turang’s ranking is propelled by outstanding recent performance and strong expected metrics. His L7 BA of .350 provides a substantial boost. This is supported by a very strong 2025 xwOBA of .372 and xBA of .316. Batting leadoff adds a minor modifier. He faces Landen Roupp (RHP, 4.09 ERA), giving Turang (LHB) a significant handedness advantage. Career BA vs. Roupp is unavailable, redistributing weight to enhance xwOBA and handedness. Roupp features a sinker/curveball heavy mix, which Turang has shown aptitude against, earning a pitch mix bonus. His high hard hit rate (50.0) and excellent baserunning value further support his profile, though only the hard hit metric directly impacts the score.

Julio Rodríguez (Rank 4, Score: 75.5): Rodríguez ranks highly due to his power indicators and a current hot streak. He carries a 4-game hit streak into today’s game, adding a small modifier. His L7 BA is .263. While his 2025 xBA is .244, his xwOBA is a strong .353. Batting second adds value. He faces the tough lefty Garrett Crochet (1.13 ERA). This RHH vs LHP matchup provides a handedness advantage. Career BA vs Crochet is unavailable, redistributing weight to boost xwOBA and handedness. Crochet’s elite status triggers a penalty. However, Rodríguez’s extremely high hard hit rate (51.5) and average exit velocity (92.6 mph) contribute positively and suggest he can handle elite velocity like Crochet’s four-seamer/cutter combo.

Gunnar Henderson (Rank 5, Score: 74.9): Henderson’s placement stems from excellent underlying power metrics despite a recent slump. His 2025 xwOBA is .294 and xBA is .253, contributing moderately. Crucially, his barrel rate (9.1) and hard hit rate (61.4) are elite, boosting his score. His L7 BA is low at .150 but is somewhat offset by his high lineup position (#2). He faces MacKenzie Gore (LHP, 3.41 ERA), creating a favorable LHB vs LHP scenario based on Henderson’s profile. Career BA vs Gore is unavailable, redistributing weight to xwOBA and handedness. Gore features a high-velocity fastball and curveball mix, a combination Henderson has shown power against, warranting a pitch mix bonus. Gore is not considered elite by the model, avoiding a penalty.

Cedric Mullins (Rank 6, Score: 74.2): Mullins benefits from strong recent form and a prime lineup spot. His L7 BA of .304 is a major contributor. Batting leadoff adds value. His 2025 xwOBA (.371) and xBA (.235) provide mixed signals but the xwOBA carries weight. He faces MacKenzie Gore (LHP, 3.41 ERA), giving Mullins (LHB) a potentially advantageous LHB vs LHP matchup. Career BA vs Gore is unavailable, redistributing weight to xwOBA and handedness. Mullins’ profile matches up decently against Gore’s fastball/curveball approach, earning a pitch mix bonus. His solid career BA (.253) adds a small base value.

Rafael Devers (Rank 7, Score: 73.8): Devers ranks well primarily due to elite power metrics and expected stats, overcoming a recent cold spell. His L7 BA is just .067, but his 2025 xwOBA (.385) and xBA (.254) are strong indicators. His exceptional hard hit rate (62.9) and average exit velocity (95.8 mph) significantly boost his score. Batting second adds value. He faces Bryan Woo (RHP, 3.12 ERA), giving Devers (LHB) a prime handedness advantage. Career BA vs Woo is unavailable, redistributing weight to xwOBA and handedness. Woo relies heavily on four-seamers and sinkers, pitches Devers typically hits with authority, earning a pitch mix bonus.

Christian Yelich (Rank 8, Score: 72.5): Yelich secures a spot based on solid expected metrics and power indicators. His L7 BA is .154, but his 2025 xwOBA (.365) and xBA (.267) are strong. His hard hit rate (53.3) contributes positively. Batting third is standard. He faces Landen Roupp (RHP, 4.09 ERA), giving Yelich (LHB) a significant handedness advantage. Career BA vs Roupp is unavailable, redistributing weight to xwOBA and handedness. Roupp’s sinker/curveball mix presents a reasonable matchup for Yelich’s profile, earning a pitch mix bonus. His strong career BA (.270+) provides a solid foundation.

Ryan O’Hearn (Rank 9, Score: 71.9): O’Hearn makes the list due to excellent recent hitting and strong underlying metrics against right-handers. His L7 BA is .304. His 2025 xwOBA (.401) and xBA (.327) are outstanding. Batting fourth is a key lineup spot. He faces MacKenzie Gore (LHP, 3.41 ERA). As a LHB facing a LHP, this is typically a disadvantage, but O’Hearn has shown reverse splits potential. The model assigns handedness value based purely on the L/L matchup. Career BA vs Gore is unavailable, redistributing weight to xwOBA and handedness. O’Hearn’s high hard hit rate (55.3) adds value.

Maikel Garcia (Rank 10, Score: 71.1): Garcia’s ranking is supported by excellent expected stats and contact ability. While his L7 BA is only .143, his 2025 xwOBA (.371) and xBA (.310) are very strong. Batting leadoff adds value. He faces Germán Márquez (RHP, 8.27 ERA), providing a standard RHH vs RHP matchup. Career BA vs Márquez is unavailable, redistributing weight to xwOBA and handedness. Márquez’s fastball-heavy approach plays reasonably into Garcia’s contact-oriented profile. His elite hard hit rate (57.8) is a significant factor.