All-JM Team Selection Process

• 💡 The All-JM Team is a monthly selection highlighting the best players in baseball, distinct from awards like the Silver Slugger or Gold Glove.
• 🎯 This is the first All-JM team of 2025, focusing solely on April performance, with subsequent months combining previous selections.
• 🔑 The "pedal" and "daisy" system rewards players for monthly selections, with a full "daisy" for consistent monthly wins.

American League Selections

• 🏆 Cal Raleigh is named the AL Catcher, noted for his strong OPS and leadership for the Mariners.
• 🤝 The First Base position was a close call between Spencer Torqulson and Tyler Soderstrom, with Torqulson ultimately chosen for his overall game and impact on the Tigers' success.
• ✨ Christian Campbell earns the Second Base spot with an impressive OPS and strong rookie performance for the Red Sox.
• 🚀 Bobby Witt Jr. is selected at Shortstop, leading in stolen bases and OPS, showcasing his all-around game.
• 🌟 Alex Bregman is chosen as the AL Third Baseman, praised for his strong batting average, OBP, and slugging percentage.
• 💨 Cedric Mullins is the AL Center Fielder, recognized for his defense, power, and offensive contributions to the Orioles.
• 👑 Aaron Judge is selected for the Outfield, with exceptional hitting statistics that place him in discussions for best hitter of all time.
• 💥 Willie Adames (referred to as "Willu" and "Wheelier") secures the final Outfield spot, noted for his RBIs and strong OPS.
• 🚀 Jorge Polanco is the AL Designated Hitter, chosen for his strong batting average and OPS, despite fewer plate appearances than some contenders.
• 🌟 Hunter Brown is the AL Starting Pitcher, selected for his dominant April performance, including a low WHIP and strong FIP.

National League Selections

• 🥇 Carson Kelly is the NL Catcher, delivering an overwhelming offensive month with exceptional walk-to-strikeout ratios.
• 💪 Pete Alonso is the NL First Baseman, leading offensive stats for the position with improved strikeout and walk percentages.
• 🌟 Brendan Donovan is selected at Second Base, chosen for his consistency and high on-base percentage over Tommy Edman.
• 🌟 Francisco Lindor is the NL Shortstop, selected for his overall game and importance to the Mets, despite a strong challenge from Geraldo Perdomo.
• 💥 Austin Riley is the NL Third Baseman, chosen as a pick for who has the best shot at winning multiple pedals throughout the season.
• 🚀 Jung Ho Lee is the NL Center Fielder, selected over Pete Crow Armstrong due to a slightly better slash line and consistent performance.
• 🌟 Corbin Carroll is an NL Outfielder, recognized for his speed, power, and overall offensive impact.
• 💥 Fernando Tatis Jr. is the final NL Outfielder, chosen over Kyle Tucker due to his strong defense and offensive contributions.
• 🌟 Shohei Ohtani is the NL Designated Hitter, selected for his strong numbers and potential to contend for a Silver Daisy.
• 🌟 Nick Pivetta is the NL Starting Pitcher, chosen for his lower ERA and opponent batting average compared to other contenders.

Fan Vote Selections

• 🗳️ American League Fan Vote: Tyler Soderstrom, Ben Rice, Zack McKinstry.
• 🗳️ National League Fan Vote: Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow Armstrong, Geraldo Perdomo.
• ❓ Jesus Luzardo was also discussed as a strong contender for NL Starting Pitcher but was not presented in the initial selection pool.