As the 2026 MLB season heats up, it’s important to acknowledge the players and teams that are off to hot starts as the summer approaches. In the AL, early returns have been impressive for small-market teams like the Rays and Guardians. The Yankees are also off to a great start, while the White Sox have been overachieving, evidenced by an 18-10 month. The best hitter in the American League in May resided in the Bronx, and surprisingly, it was not Aaron Judge.