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DJ LeMahieu: MLB’s Most Underrated Player

DJ LeMahieu remains the constant in the Rockies’ lineup and has been the MLB’s most underrated player for the past three seasons.

History says that a second basemen measuring six feet four inches should not exist, but for LeMahieu, his swift moves and agility are akin to a shortstop, making his size an advantage, not a hindrance. Already with a Gold Glove in his pocket from the 2014 season, the 28-year old has proven a reliable defender at his position. The soft hands exhibited by this second basemen have him tied for first in the National League in fielding percentage (.