Alex Gordon’s run of All-Star appearances in 2013-2015 was absolutely spectacular. Gordon jumped into MLB relevance by winning a Rawlings Gold Glove Award in 2011 and having the best offensive season of his career, posting a 140 wRC+ and .878 OPS at the plate. Kansas City had raised another bonafide All-Star, just in time for the Royals core of prospects to assume regular roles in the big leagues.
Alex Gordon peaked at the perfect time for the Royals. He resembled everything that the Royals front office wanted their young guys to be. Gritty, hard working, humble, good defender, lots of contact.