The Minnesota Twins made significant efforts to improve their defense in 2017 after having a poorly-rated defense in 2016. The outfield defense has shown excellent range, though some may question some of Eddie Rosario‘s decisions at times. However, one of the things that has seemingly flown under the radar is just how well Joe Mauer has played at first base in 2017.
Mauer’s defensive history
Most Minnesota Twins fans are quite aware that Joe Mauer made the move from behind the plate to first base in 2014. Prior to that time, when he was healthy, Mauer was considered to be an elite defensive catcher, winning three consecutive Gold Gloves from 2008-2010.