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Old 08-17-2015, 09:00 PM   #10
bigdipper88
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Originally Posted by theu715
I've seen someone else post this multiple times, but Kevin Kiermaier of the Rays is getting hosed defensively in this game. He is one of the best CF in baseball right now (I'm speaking defensively here). His reaction and read on balls is top notch. He makes incredible plays every week. Has a strong and accurate arm (not 90+ level, but 85+ for sure) and has speed for days. As far as speed, base running aggressiveness and stealing, he's also extremely underrated. The OSFM update has his speed at 96 and that is probably about right, but his aggressiveness on the bases is not matched. He's turned at least 7 singles into doubles this year, which may not seem like much, but for a team like Tampa that struggles to get runs that extra base means a lot. His base stealing isn't that great, as he's just beginning to learn how to get good jumps. Sorry for the rant, but he's a lower rated guy who is being overlooked big time for his defensive abilities and speed. If you want to watch an exciting baseball player he's right up there. Rant done.
He's actually been the best defensive player all season, regardless of position
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