The 2021 Yankees are facing plenty of questions lately, and one of the chief season-long mysteries revolves around their starting shortstop. Simply put: Where did Gleyber Torres’ power go?
Torres has struggled at the plate throughout 2021, but the downturn in his ability to hit for power stretches back to last year. After making a big impression by hitting 24 home runs and recording an .820 OPS during his rookie season in 2018, Gleyber showcased his power again in his sophomore season by belting 38 homers in 2019. Since establishing a reputation as a developing slugger though, Torres has hit just six home runs in 2020-21 combined.