The Dodgers' Matt Kemp and the Indians' Edwin Encarnacion were recognized as National League and American League Players of the Week presented by W.B. Mason on Monday, MLB announced.
Kemp is enjoying a bounce-back season since rejoining the Dodgers in a five-player trade with Atlanta in December. He entered Monday leading the NL's batting race (.344), just ahead of Cincinnati's Scooter Gennett (.342).
Last week, Kemp hit .429 (9-for-21) with three homers, two doubles, eight RBIs and six runs scored. The 33-year-old has not only been the Dodgers' top offensive performer amid a slew of injuries to their lineup, he's also quieted concerns over his defense with his play in the outfield.