Bowling Green State University alum Jon Berti has made waves on the basepaths this season.
The Miami Marlins utility player leads the major leagues with 28 steals at the All-Star break, and he’s accomplished his thefts in just 58 games. Baltimore shortstop Jorge Mateo has 22 steals in 85 games, and Seattle centerfielder Julio Rodriguez has 21 steals in 91 games.
“You know how much work he’s put in. You know what he’s been through. You’re happy for him,” Marlins manager Don Mattingly told reporters recently. “You’re seeing him at his best. You’re like, ‘Hey, this guy is really good.