The Shortest MLB Players, Ranked

Aaron Hager
Updated September 13, 2024 89.8K views 23 items
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Voting Rules

Vote on the active baseball players under 5'10" by skill and performance.

For fans of Major League Baseball, size does not necessarily correlate with skill and performance. Thus, it's time to put the spotlight on the shortest MLB players who have defied the odds, in a list ranked by fan votes. This is not just about listing players based on height; we're showing respect to these athletes who stand as giants in their performance on the field, despite their smaller frames. Their agility, quick hands, and impressive athleticism truly make them fan favorites.

There are several active players in Major League Baseball making huge waves despite their shorter stature. Consider José Altuve, standing at just 5'6'', this Houston Astros second baseman plays with relentless dynamism both offensively and defensively. Mookie Betts, another 5'9'' power player, continually impresses fans with his all-around abilities as an outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers. José Ramirez, a versatile 5'9'' third baseman for the Cleveland Guardians, is also one to watch due to his powerful hits. Captivating audiences with his agile maneuvering, Ozzie Albies is a mere 5'8'' second baseman with the Atlanta Braves. Sharing the same height, Marcus Stroman poses as an intimidating starting pitcher for the New York Mets. And let's not forget Cedric Mullins at a compact 5'8'' making a big impression with his breakthrough performance as an outfielder for the Baltimore Orioles. Each of these remarkable athletes excels in their roles, demonstrating that height doesn't define talent or success in Major League Baseball.

While they are all petite in size, these players have unique, special qualities and skills that set them apart from one another. From their fielding positions to their particular strengths when batting or sprinting, each player provides something essential to their respective teams that they probably won't get from anywhere else.

So now, it's your turn to play ball. Can you help rank these extraordinary athletes? Voice out and vote who you think should be on top of the list. Remember, it is based on their significant contribution to the game, not just about their heights. Everybody loves an underdog, and these shorter athletes definitely prove that they can compete with the best in the business.

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Over 3.3K Ranker voters have come together to rank this list of The Shortest MLB Players, Ranked
  • Mookie Betts
    1
    Age: 32
    1,519 votes

    5 feet, 9 inches

    • Team: Los Angeles Dodgers
    • Position: Right fielder
  • José Ramírez
    2
    Age: 32
    967 votes

    5 feet, 9 inches

    • Team: Cleveland Guardians
    • Position: Third Baseman
  • José Altuve
    3
    Age: 34
    1,331 votes

    5 feet, 6 inches

    • Team: Houston Astros
    • Position: Second baseman
  • Ozzie Albies
    4
    1,026 votes

    5 feet, 8 inches

    • Team: Atlanta Braves
    • Position: Second Baseman
  • Marcus Stroman
    5
    Age: 33
    750 votes

    5 feet, 7 inches

    • Team: New York Yankees
    • Position: Pitcher
  • Cedric Mullins
    6

    5 feet, 8 inches

    • Team: Baltimore Orioles
    • Position: Outfielder