![]() Tellez, who had a Jewish mother and a father with Mexican heritage, considered playing for Israel in the WBC but opted to represent Mexico. In one game in May, Tellez hit two home runs on his way to a historic 8-RBI game for the Brewers. Rowdy Tellez, Milwaukee Brewers, first baseman: Tellez has the most power of any Jewish player, crushing 35 home runs in 2022.He told the Jewish Telegraphic Agency during the WBC that Israel is “like another home.” Kremer was very good for Baltimore in 2022, posting a 3.32 earned-run average (ERA) in 21 starts - highlighted by a complete game shutout against Bregman’s Astros in September. Dean Kremer, Baltimore Orioles, starting pitcher: Born in California to Israeli parents, Kremer was the first Israeli drafted into the MLB. ![]() Bader’s father, who is Jewish, told the Forward that his son is considering formally converting to Judaism. Louis, Bader has become known for his elite defense in the outfield - he won a Gold Glove in 2021 - and last fall became a breakout star for the Yankees in the playoffs. In parts of six seasons in the big leagues, spent almost entirely in St. Harrison Bader, New York Yankees, outfielder: Bader will likely begin his first full season in New York on the injured list - injuries that kept him from playing for Team Israel, which he had committed to do.Pederson played for Team Israel in the 2023 WBC and even helped recruit fellow Jewish big leaguers to the team. 274 batting average and his second career All-Star selection. Last year was his best since 2019, as he notched 23 home runs, a. Joc Pederson, San Francisco Giants, outfielder: Pederson is entering his second season playing for manager Gabe Kapler’s Giants.Bregman has been an active member of the Houston Jewish community. The two-time All-Star has become one of the best postseason hitters of his generation, setting all-time records for most home runs and RBIs among third basemen. Alex Bregman, Houston Astros, third baseman: Bregman returned to form in 2022, hitting 23 home runs with 93 runs batted in as the Astros won the World Series.The Los Angeles native grew up idolizing fellow Jewish lefty ace Sandy Koufax. Fried was an All-Star for the first time last season, finished second for the National League Cy Young award and has won three Gold Gloves in a row for his defense. Max Fried, Atlanta Braves, starting pitcher: Fried is arguably the best Jewish player in baseball - and one of the best pitchers, period.Louisan Michael Wielansky gets into game as Team Israel beats Nicaragua 3-1 The big leaguers Here is a complete guide to every Jewish player to watch in 2023. ![]()
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