Major League Baseball's 25 fastest players

Witt contends to ascend into an MVP candidate with elite ability in every area. He's been MLB's fastest runner this season, averaging 30.5 feet per second and swiping 22 bases in his first 88 games.

Scott opened the year as the Cardinals center fielder, but his inability to hit eventually got him demoted. The speed on the basepaths and in center field still impressed, averaging 30.4 feet per second.

Crow-Armstrong's bat is still developing, but he's already elite defensively and as a base stealer. The top prospect has averaged 30.1 feet per second sprint speed and is a perfect 16-for-16 as a base stealer in 53 games.

De La Cruz is one of the top talents in baseball, with elite athleticism across the board. He leads the league with 41 steals through 86 games played and has averaged 30.1 feet per second sprint speed.

After a strong rookie campaign, Rojas struggled at the plate, but he continued to patrol center field and run the bases well. He's swiped 15 bases in 62 games played and averaged 30.0 feet per second sprinting.

Siri has had an up-and-down season at the plate but still shows elite speed and defense. He's averaged 29.9 feet per second and swiped eight bases in 73 games.

Mateo remains a viable option at second base while Baltimore waits for top prospects like Jackson Holliday and Connor Norby to develop. He's averaged 29.9 feet per second and stolen 12 bases in 58 games.

Hampson has provided speed and defense off the bench for KC, as he did over the previous two years in Colorado and Miami. He's averaged 29.9 feet per second and swiped five bases in 61 games.

DeLuca's bat has struggled for Tampa Bay this season, though his minor league track record shows he could still be the team's long-term center fielder. His athleticism has shown, averaging 29.8 feet per second with six steals in 44 games.

Buxton was a full-time DH last season due to knee issues but has looked healthier this year. That includes his speed, averaging 29.8 feet per second and patrolling center field.

It's been a frustrating year for J-Rod at the plate, but his speed and defense continue to help. He's averaged 29.8 feet per second and stolen 17 bases in 87 games despite a sub-.300 on-base percentage.

Langford forced his way onto the Rangers Opening Day roster with a great Spring Training, though his performance has been inconsistent. It's easy to see why Texas was so impressed, including elite speed at 29.8 feet per second and seven steals in 62 games.

Carter was an elite contributor during the Rangers' playoff run, but his first full season hasn't come as easily. He's currently down with a back injury but did show great wheels while healthy, averaging 29.7 feet per second sprint speed.

Fitzgerald has been a fine utilityman when healthy for the Giants this season. He swiped six bases in 32 games, showing off 29.7 per second sprint speed.

Young has been a surprise regular for the rebuilding Nationals this season. Through 75 games played, he's stolen 19 bases and averaged 29.6 feet per second sprint speed.

Chourio has shown an inconsistent rookie performance, but the pure talent of the 20-year-old remains immense. He's shown great sprint speed, averaging 29.6 feet per second and stealing nine bases in 76 games.

Blanco is a great weapon off the bench with elite base-stealing skills and speed. He's swiped 17 bases in 49 games this season, averaging 29.6 feet per second sprinting.

Pena's pure speed is more impressive than his base-stealing skills, but he's an impressive athlete nonetheless. He's shown off 29.6 feet per second and stolen 10 bases in 84 games.

Sosa has been a key contributor filling in for the injured Trea Turner this season. While he hasn't attempted many steals over his career, Sosa has potential while averaging 29.6 feet per second sprint speed.

Carroll has been in the midst of a sophomore slump this season but continues to be a threat on the basepaths. He's swiped 14 bases in 84 games and averaged 29.6 feet per second and 4.08 seconds from home plate to first base.

Ruiz has seemingly fallen out of favor in Oakland after leading the AL with 67 steals last season. He has only five steals in 29 games while fighting injuries but has still averaged an impressive 29.4 feet per second.

Due to injuries in Milwaukee's outfield, Perkins has seen significant playing time this season. His bat is limited, but Perkins is elite defensively and on the basepaths. He's swiped 13 bases in 71 games and averaged 29.4 feet per second sprinting.

McCarthy is having a strong rebound season after struggling in Arizona last year. The speed has shined with 13 steals in 75 games and 29.4 feet per second sprint speed.

Turner missed much of the first half due to injury but has hit well to make up for lost time. He also remains an excellent threat on the basepaths with 10 steals through his first 47 games and 29.4 feet per second sprinting.

Turang's game has shown big improvement at the plate this season, allowing his elite speed to shine. He's moved to the leadoff spot and swiped 28 bases in 83 games, averaging 29.4 feet per second.