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Minnesota Twins: Four Potential All-Stars for the Twins

By Carl Vagle

Apr 11, 2017; Miami, FL, USA; A general view of the MLB All-Star game logo inside Marlins Park prior to the game between the Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 11, 2017; Miami, FL, USA; A general view of the MLB All-Star game logo inside Marlins Park prior to the game between the Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /
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May 19, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (22) hits a single during the second inning against the Kansas City Royals at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
May 19, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (22) hits a single during the second inning against the Kansas City Royals at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Johnson-USA TODAY Sports /

Miguel Sano – 3B (.301/.405/.601)

Sano is the definition of an All-Star and an MVP candidate. He leads the team in runs, hits, home runs, walks, and RBIs. The next closest player in RBIs on the team has twenty less. He also leads the AL in RBIs while being top ten in almost every category.

He still has a tendency to strikeout (he is third in the AL) but has also shown patience being fourth in walks in the AL. With his improved patience he has been able to wait for his pitch and the Twins have benefited from that.

The most glaring issue with Sano was thought to be his defense. However, Miguel has shown that he can handle third base and occasionally making an amazing play. He made the quick decision that started the Twins triple play against the Angels.

The latest released All-Star voting had Sano narrowly ahead of Manny Machado who has had a subpar year. This could be the first year of many more with Miguel starting at the hot corner.

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