While the Red Sox have relied on the depth of their lineup all season, it’s no secret that Mookie Betts and J.D. Martinez have been the catalysts along the way.
Both players are putting up MVP-type numbers during the team’s stellar season. Betts (.344, 25 home runs, 56 RBIs) is leading the Majors in hitting, while Martinez (.326, 32, 89) is first in home runs and RBIs, as of Sunday morning.
American League OPS Ranks:
1. Mookie Betts – 1.100 (also 1st in MLB)
4. J.D. Martinez – 1.015
9. Andrew Benintendi – .912
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