As voted on by the players — here are Nos. 30 through 21 of the 2025 Players Top 50:
2025 Players Top 50, Nos. 30-21: Three Waterdogs, three Redwoods make cut
30. Kieran McArdle | Philadelphia Waterdogs | A | 2024 Rank: 32
At 33, the lefty attacker finished top-10 in league scoring, ranking ninth in both one-point goals and assists. His 31 points in 10 games (19G, 12A) showcased his efficiency, highlighted by finishes around the wing and goal line extended. McArdle’s calm pacing and deceptive head movement made him a nightmare matchup. He shined in the first round of the playoffs, scoring the final two goals to secure a 14-12 victory over the Whipsnakes. – Micheal Bolger
29. Matt Dunn | Maryland Whipsnakes | D | 2024 Rank: 11
The three-time Dave Pietramala Defensive Player of the Year earned his eighth consecutive All-Star appearance. One of Dunn’s best performances of 2025 came against the eventual champion New York Atlas. He held reigning Jim Brown MVP Jeff Teat to one point for just the third time in Teat’s five-year career in the Whipsnakes’ 16-12 come-from-behind victory. – Miles Jordan
28. Jack Hannah | Philadelphia Waterdogs | M | 2024 Rank: 29
After two injury-shortened seasons, Hannah played a full slate in 2025, delivering 15 goals and two assists in 10 games while bullying defenders like a wide receiver calling for the ball in man coverage. Whether facing a short stick or pole, he backed down opponents before exploding around, over or straight through them. An All-Star who scored a hat trick in the midseason showcase, he totaled 10 unassisted goals, tied for fourth-most among all midfielders. – Micheal Bolger
27. Owen Hiltz | Carolina Chaos | A | 2024 Rank: NR
After Chaos general manager Spencer Ford traded down in the first round to draft Hiltz, it was clear the keys to the offense would be placed in the Syracuse product’s hands once he was available to play. After recording two points in his first game of the season, Hiltz went on a heater, recording four or more points in his next five games to help lead Carolina back into the playoff race. He shot a team-best 34.8% and should be the centerpiece of all decisions involving the Carolina offense for years to come. – Hayden Lewis
26. Zach Currier | Philadelphia Waterdogs | M | 2024 Rank: 20
No. 77’s two-way dominance was unmatched. Currier scooped ground balls with ease and flipped possession in the Waterdogs’ favor time and time again. His greatest impact, though, came in transforming the team’s faceoff success. Currier’s wing play off the draw was relentless, sparking momentum swings and igniting second-chance opportunities all season. He was a big reason why faceoff man Alec Stathakis made the jump he did in his second season. In 10 games, Currier tallied eight goals on 26.7% shooting, three assists and 38 ground balls, becoming the first player ever to amass 200 career points and 400 ground balls. – Micheal Bolger
25. TD Ierlan | California Redwoods | FO | 2024 Rank: 34
Always considered one of the best faceoff specialists, Ierlan staked his claim as best of the bunch in 2025. He posted three games in which he won over 70% of his faceoffs; two of those were against Trevor Baptiste and the Atlas and Joe Nardella and the Whipsnakes. Ierlan also was a catalyst for the Redwoods’ improvement in their 32-second shot clock efficiency, and he was a threat himself in transition, posting career-highs in points (six) and assists (three). – Phil Shore
24. Andrew McAdorey | California Redwoods | M | 2024 Rank: NR
If there was ever a doubt that McAdorey was worth taking with the second pick in the draft, he silenced those critics quickly, scoring four points in each of his first two games and 14 points in his first four games. He wasn’t just one of the best rookies; he was one of the best midfielders in the league. McAdorey showcased his incredible speed routinely, whether he was dodging to goal or killing the clock at the end of games. The ultimate competitor, he was often the spark plug that ignited California’s offense when he was inverted at X. – Phil Shore
23. Dylan Molloy | California Redwoods | A | 2024 Rank: NR
Molloy turned back the clock in 2025, playing in cleats that were a decade old and reminding everyone why he was a Tewaaraton Award winner and first overall draft pick as he bulldozed his way through the opposition. Each of his league-leading 26 goals was emphatic; his goals both hyped up the rest of the California offense and demoralized the defense. Even his own teammates were in awe of his physical presence. Cole Kastner, at 6-foot-7, said his “welcome to the league” moment was lining up against Molloy in training camp and having the veteran put his shoulder through him. – Phil Shore
22. Brett Dobson | Utah Archers | G | 2024 Rank: 6
Dobson was the strength of the Archers’ team for much of 2025, backstopping one of the league’s best defenses while often playing through injury. He set a career high with a 59.1% save percentage, making 146 stops and finishing first and third in the two categories, respectively. Dobson has said he dreams of playing 20 years of professional lacrosse. Through four, he’s established himself as one of the best goalies in the world. – Zach Carey
21. TJ Malone | Maryland Whipsnakes | A | 2024 Rank: 14
Malone backed up his 2024 Rookie of the Year campaign by leading the Whipsnakes in scoring in his second consecutive 30-point season (18G, 1T, 14A). He earned his first All-Star nod, just weeks after scoring a career-high seven points (4G, 1T, 2A) in a nailbiting 13-12 loss to the Cannons. – Miles Jordan
