CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Terry Francona didn't mince words when asked about Francisco Lindor two days after the Indians' season came to a screeching halt.
"This kid is Rookie of the Year," Francona said last month at Progressive Field.
Of course, perhaps the sentiment of the 21-year-old's manager should be considered with the reminder that the two wear matching uniforms. After all, what do the numbers say? Did Lindor have a better first-year showing than fellow award finalists Carlos Correa and Miguel Sano?
Let's examine.
Note: Each number in parentheses signifies the player's rank in that category among the three candidates.