Since the April 20 debut of Boston Red Sox top prospect Michael Chavis, he has been nothing short of on fire.
Slashing .270/.364/.548 with 10 home runs, 26 runs batted in, 18 runs scored and an OPS+ of 136, Chavis has emerged as an early front runner for the American League Rookie of the Year award.
Through his first 30 games, Chavis has shown his ability to hit from any position in Boston’s lineup, whether it be leadoff or the bottom of the order. He’s also filled in defensively where needed. Playing throughout the minor leagues as a third baseman, Chavis has primarily manned second base since his promotion, as well as the occasional day at either corner infield position.