My TOP 10 Players from the 1st Half of the MLB Season

1. Tarik Skubal Pitcher, Detroit Tigers 

A true dominant pitcher and a leader on and off the field. He has been one of the bright stars for this Detroit Tigers team this season. A 10-3 record, 2.23 ERA in 19 games started. What more do any fans need to know about this guy? Keep a close eye on this guy; he can impress many people with his pitching arsenal and competitive attitude.    

2. Aaron Judge RF NY Yankees

His Power can’t be matched from what I have seen so far. Batting .355, 35 Home runs and 81 RBIs, this guy is dominating pitchers. He shatters the record books and continues to play his gaming style each day he is on the field.

3. Garrett Crochet Pitcher, Boston Red Sox 

One of the best lefty pitchers I have ever seen. He reminds me of Jon Lester, who dominated hitters and led by example, which is what I see in Crochet. I would like to see him in the Cy Young conversation in the American League because of the way he has played so far. Let’s hope he can lead this Red Sox team to the postseason. 10-4 record, 2.23 ERA in 20 games started.

4. Pete-Crow Armstrong CF Chicago Cubs

Armstrong has become a standout hitter and outfielder in the league, and for the Cubs, this season. Batting .265, with 25 Home runs, 71 RBIs, and 27 stolen bases, I like the way he is playing and being a leader for this Cubs team.  

5. Zach Wheeler Pitcher, Philadelphia Phillies 

Hard-working pitcher at 35 years old and still is one of the top pitchers in the game. 9-3 record, 2.36 ERA in 17 games started this season. Can have between 9 and 10 strikeouts a game. I like the way he has been pitching, and I hope he can maintain this level of performance in the second half of the season.

6. Elly De La Cruz Shortstop Cincinnati Reds

His Speed is unmatched from what I have seen. He can steal two or three bases in a game. One of the best shortstops I have seen, who plays with swag and toughness. Batting .284, 18 Home runs, 63 RBIs, and 25 Stolen Bases. This guy will impress any baseball fans with his style on the field.  

7. Riley Greene LF Detroit Tigers

A guy who has stepped up his game and is one of the leaders in the clubhouse, for sure, from what I can tell. He is batting .284, with 24 Home runs and 78 RBIs. He should be a Gold Glove winner at his position and someone who I believe can help his team in the playoffs for sure.  

8. Logan Webb Pitcher, San Francisco Giants

One of the best strikeout pitchers I have seen in the league and someone who works hard every time he is on the mound. Performs at a high level and remains calm in challenging situations. So far, 9-6 with a 2.94 ERA in 20 games pitched.

9. Cal Raleigh Catcher Seattle Mariners

Power for a catcher is unbelievable, but when you watch Cal Raleigh at the plate, hitting home runs (Bombs), you know this guy is for real. He is one of the best behind-the-plate throwing guys out when they try to steal a base. He leads MLB in home runs with 38 at the All-Star break. When the Second half of the season begins, this guy will hopefully continue his dominance.

10. Byron Buxton CF Minnesota Twins 

Buxton has been one of the best centerfielders I have ever seen play the game. Speed, Power, and athleticism are the words to describe this guy and what he can do on the field. He has 21 home runs, 56 RBIs, and 17 Stolen Bases while batting .289. People need to pay attention to what Buxton is doing because every time the game is on, he shines in the spotlight.

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