For centuries, humanity has tried to understand the cosmic forces that shape our world. Astrology—despite being considered a pseudoscience by many—continues to attract millions who believe that celestial energies influence daily life.

This article explores a speculative and unconventional hypothesis: whether the astrological “energy” of each day of the week might correlate with performance trends in Major League Baseball (MLB), using statistics from the 2023 season. While this theory is not scientific, it offers an intriguing lens for interpreting player performance.

Monday: The Lunar Influence of “Moon-day”

Mondays, traditionally governed by the Moon, appear to show curious patterns in player statistics.

Top Performers

• Hits: Alex Bregman leads with 29 hits, followed by Ronald Acuña Jr. and Freddie Freeman with 27 each.
• Home Runs: Max Muncy tops the list with 9, followed by Cal Raleigh (8) and Yordan Álvarez (7).
• Best OPS: Alec Bohm stands out with a 1.325 OPS and a .469 batting average.

Struggles Under the Moon

• Strikeouts: Adolis García leads with 35, followed by Teóscar Hernández (31) and Nathaniel Lowe (27).

Tuesday: Mars, War, and Competitive Fire

Tuesdays, associated with Mars—the planet of war—deliver their own noteworthy trends.

Top Performers

• Hits: Freddie Freeman (37), Ketel Marte (36), and Nico Hoerner (34).
• Home Runs: Pete Alonso tops the chart with 10, followed by Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies (9 each).
• Best OPS: Seiya Suzuki leads with 1.264, followed by Juan Soto (1.111) and Corey Seager (1.103).

Struggles on Tuesdays

• Strikeouts: Kyle Schwarber (38), Lane Thomas (34), and Jake Burger (32).

Wednesday: Mercury’s Day

Under Mercury’s influence—traditionally associated with speed and intellect—Wednesdays show strong performances from Japanese players.

Top Performers

• Best OPS: Shohei Ohtani (1.199), Seiya Suzuki (1.140).
• Hits: Ronald Acuña Jr. (39), Ozzie Albies (32), Austin Riley (32).
• Home Runs: Pete Alonso (9), Christian Walker (9), Nick Castellanos (8).

Struggles

• Strikeouts: Teóscar Hernández (39), Ryan McMahon (32), Matt Olson (32).

Thursday: Jupiter, Expansion, and Variability

Thursdays, ruled by Jupiter—the planet of growth and abundance—show a wide range of performances.

Top Performers

• Hits: Adley Rutschman (27), Bo Bichette (26), Freddie Freeman (24).
• Home Runs: Matt Olson (9), Michael A. Taylor (7), Jake Burger (6).
• Best OPS: Shohei Ohtani (1.281), Austin Riley (1.276), Rafael Devers (1.247).

Struggles

• Strikeouts: Matt Chapman (29), Kyle Schwarber (24), Jack Suwinski (22).

Friday: Venus and the Beauty of Offense

Fridays, traditionally ruled by Venus, appear to favor hitters.

Top Performers

• Hits: Julio Rodríguez (39), Bobby Witt Jr. (37), Carlos Santana (36).
• Home Runs: Mookie Betts (13), Kyle Schwarber (10), Fernando Tatis Jr. (10).
• Best OPS: Betts (1.265), Corey Seager (1.200), Bobby Witt Jr. (1.166).

Struggles

• Strikeouts: Eugenio Suárez (38), Nolan Gorman (34), Luis Robert Jr. (34).

Saturday: Saturn and Discipline

Saturdays, ruled by Saturn—the planet of discipline and structure—highlight the strength of Latino players.

Top Performers

• Hits: Luis Arráez (50), Rafael Devers (39), Ronald Acuña Jr. (38).
• Home Runs: Devers (10), Matt Olson (10), Acuña Jr. (9).
• Best OPS: Devers (1.188), Acuña Jr. (1.144), Olson (1.123).

Struggles

• Strikeouts: José Siri (43), Kyle Schwarber (42), Eugenio Suárez (40).

Sunday: Sun-Day and Offensive Brilliance

Sundays bring a distinct dynamic, reinforced by travel routines and packed stadiums.

Top Performers

• Hits: Marcus Semien (42), Joey Meneses (36), Steven Kwan (34).
• Home Runs: Matt Olson (10), Shohei Ohtani (9), Kyle Schwarber (9).
• Best OPS: Luis Robert Jr. (1.175), Matt Olson (1.122), Shohei Ohtani (1.088).

Struggles

• Strikeouts: Eugenio Suárez (42), Anthony Volpe (39), Austin Riley (37).

Of note: Eugenio Suárez strikes out the most on weekends, based on 2023 data.

Beyond Astrology: The Logic of Routine and Scheduling

While astrology provides a playful framework for interpreting these trends, the MLB weekly routine offers more grounded explanations.

Structural Factors That Shape Performance

• Mondays: Teams arrive from travel; bullpen and scouting meetings often limit interview availability and create fatigue.
• Wednesdays: Many day games scheduled to accommodate travel.
• Weekends: Larger crowds influence atmosphere and pressure levels.
• Series Structure: Early games involve scouting and strategy meetings, which shape momentum.

Journalists also adapt their approach depending on the day, as certain times are notoriously bad for interviews (Mondays, Tuesdays after travel, and Sunday or Wednesday day games).

Conclusion

Whether one interprets these patterns through astrology or through the practical realities of baseball scheduling, the statistics reveal undeniable trends. Some see cosmic influence; others see the consequences of routine, travel, and environmental factors.

In the end, baseball—like life—invites every individual to create meaning in their own way. While myths and legends still shape many aspects of modern culture, the beauty of baseball lies in its openness to interpretation and its ability to spark imagination.

Everyone is free to enjoy the game from whatever perspective inspires them most.