Biggest Up and Coming MLB Stars

According to Bleacher Report the best emerging second baseman for all of MLB is Javier Baez from the Chicago Cubs and I believe that is a true statement, although it is arguable that Jose Altuve has been killing it for several seasons. I believe that Javier is the best up and coming second baseman in MLB he has shown a lot of maturity and poise in his 2nd year. He was a key piece to the Chicago cubs play this year and definitely helped them become World Series champions. His contributions on offense seemed to be minor but his offense seemed to come at the perfect times, providing huge momentum swings and large amounts of uplifting energy. Although he was a contributor on offense where he really shines in his defensive ability is off the charts for a 2nd year player. with a large athletic frame and quick hands helped him make amazing plays just when they needed him and also make the routine plays look effortless. In his sophomore season in the MLB Baez was the glue guy that held the team together by hitting:

• 14 homeruns
• Stealing 12 bases
• .273 Hitting Average

Now that spring training has begun and baseball is back we get to see if Baez can to continue to rise in stock and hopefully stay on the path to becoming an all star second baseman/ HOF. I know those are bold claims but he plays with a chip on his shoulder and watching him play is just an exciting time because you never know when a highlight play or a game winning home run, he always has you on the edge of your seat hoping for more.

Minda Haas Kuhlmann CC