As we look towards the 2025 MLB season, the landscape of second basemen has shifted, with Marcus Semien of the Texas Rangers taking the top spot as the highest-paid player at the position, earning $26 million annually. His impressive contract, a seven-year deal worth $175 million, came before the 2022 season and played a pivotal role in helping the Rangers clinch the World Series in 2023.

Following Semien, Ketel Marte of the Arizona Diamondbacks ranks second at $19.6 million, while Jeff McNeil of the New York Mets comes in at $15.75 million. The list continues with Gleyber Torres, Nico Hoerner, and Jake Cronenworth rounding out the top five, showcasing a mix of established talent and promising players.