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Andrew Benintendi Wants No Sophomore Slump
7 years agoAndrew Benintendi had a strong rookie season in 2017 with 20 home runs, 90 RBI, and 20 stolen bases. His outstanding 20 home run/20 stolen campaign would normally justify a Rookie of the Year award, had it not been for another rookie setting an equally historic home run record. Benintendi finished 2nd in the American League Rookie of the Year voting, but he did achieve his own milestone. At 23 years old, Benintendi was the youngest left fielder to reach 20/20 in a season since 1987. Despite a remarkable rookie season, there are signs that Benintendi could perform even better. In 2017, he had .301 batting average on balls in play. Benintendi’s incredible plate discipline combined with a professional career BABIP of .311 indicates his stats could improve. Benintendi will likely be drafted near round five; however, consider drafting this five-category contributor between round three and four.
