This year, I say Derek Jeter. 1. Derek Jeter 2. Mark Teixeira 3. Mariano Rivera 4. Phil Hughes 5. Alex Rodriguez Talent Wise. 1. Mariano Rivera 2. Alex Rodriguez 3. Derek Jeter 4. Joba Chamberlain 5. Robinson Cano Jeter is having an mvp type of season. So is Mark but I feel Derek is doing better. Mariano is lights out but he doesn’t outshine Derek or Mark. Phil Hughes has been very valuable, as a middle reliever though and A-Rod had his moments.
I also didn't mention C.C. Sabathia. I'm not sure if that was a good omission but I feel the other guys are doing better than him.