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Here are your unsung heroes in the AL West

The American League West finds itself stocked with stars, from Mike Trout to Jose Altuve to Robinson Cano to Adrian Beltre and beyond.

Everyone is aware of the aces and the sluggers, but every team has other players fans don't know much about. Here's a look at five key contributors in the AL West who aren't big names, but are stepping up early this season under the radar in their respective roles.

Angels SS Andrelton Simmons
Why you should know about him: Along with supplying Gold Glove-level defense at shortstop, Simmons has continued to develop into a more complete hitter.