It's
once again that time of year, mid summer classic time as the MLB's
elite talents square off in the All-Star game. Everybody regardless
of what team they play for is a tremendous talent but some guys might
be a bit overlooked so here are a few guys you guys will need to
watch out for in this years All-Star game.
#5
Adam Jones (Baltimore Orioles)
Although
Adam Jones is starting in center field once again for the American
league he may be overshadowed by guys like Miguel Cabrera and his
teammate Chris Davis. Jones is one exciting player and a 5 tool one
at that he has the ability to make some Tori Hunter type plays in the
all-star game if given the chance. He is having a good season thus
far for a good Baltimore team. Don't sleep on Adam Jones if you watch
the All- Star game.
#4
Jason Grilli (Pittsburgh Pirates)
If
you aren't to familiar with the national league leading Pittsburgh
Pirates and why they have the best record then you will quickly find
out in the All-Star game. Jason Grilli the Pirates closer has been
nothing short of a shutdown closer converting on 28 of his 29 save
opportunity’s while collecting a 2.15 ERA. In the game of baseball
you need a reliable guy who will get you those very tough last 3 outs
and Grilli has been doing that at a high clip for the Pirates this
year. Expect him to challenge any and all hitters who face him.
#3
Paul Goldschmidt (Arizona Diamondbacks)
The
Arizona Diamondbacks are playing plus 500 baseball and a big reason
for that is because of young slugger Paul Goldschmidt. Goldschmidt
has tremendous power and might be in the homerun derby but god forbid
he get a hold of any type of pitch he can drive or you will see why
he has 21 home runs and 73 RBI's with a 305. batting average. For
fans who don't know about the young first baseman it will be good for
them to watch.
#2
Jose Fernandez (Miami Marlins)
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If
there was one word to describe Jose Fernandez's stuff its
“Electric”, this guy is a rookie sensation but not many people
are paying attention due to the Marlins record. He is top 10 among
all pitchers in ERA and hitters are only hitting 193. against him.
Who ever he faces will get challenged and if they come out whiffing
don't be surprised.
#1
Mariano Rivera (New York Yankees)
It's
his last of many All-Star games and baseball as well as the midsummer
classic will definitely miss Mo- The greatest closer baseball has
ever seen.
