The All-Star break is approaching, and Christian Yelich has five home runs. That low total is partially due to multiple stints on the injured list with an ailing back, but the former MVP currently carries an odd .233/.398/.367 slash line. His on-base percentage is the third-best of his career, and it has helped him manage a solid 116 wRC+. Simultaneously, both his batting average and slugging percentage are personal worsts by far.
Walks are responsible for the majority of Yelich’s offensive value this season. He is drawing a base on balls in 20.3% of his plate appearances, which would lead the league if he had enough trips to the plate to qualify.