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Michael Harris II 2023 MLB Player Outlook: Defending His Rookie of the Year Status
2 years agoThe reigning NL Rookie of the Year, Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II, will be tasked to defend his ROY status in his sophomore season. Harris will have the opportunity to play an entire season in 2023, which implies that his chances of exceeding his 2022 numbers are promising. Through 421 plate appearances last season, the 21-year-old laced 19 HRs with a .853 OPS and a 136 wRC+. Steamer projects the center fielder to smack 22 HRs while maintaining a 21.7% strikeout rate and a 4.3 WAR in 2023. His 28.64 ADP is relatively high for a second-year player, but Harris has proved enough to receive such a premium number. The Georgia native is a menace on the field and is on a trajectory to become one of the most valuable hitters in the game. Assuming he stays healthy, his current ADP is the perfect spot to employ your centerfield vacancy.
