Gunnar Henderson continues to make a huge impression in 2024, and he just might carry the Baltimore Orioles all the way to another American League East crown.
lost 3-2 to the Cleveland Guardians on Monday night in a battle of two World Series hopefuls. Cleveland is now 50-26 and at the top of the American League Central while Baltimore is 49-29 and currently sitting in the top wild card position in the AL.
Despite the loss, Baltimore shortstop Gunnar Henderson broke a longstanding record in team history. He went 1-for-4 with a double to extend his on-base streak to 31 games.In an Orioles year that was supposed to be about the debut of top prospect Jackson Holliday, it's the 22-year-old Henderson that is looking like a potential MVP candidate. After winning Rookie of the Year a season ago, Henderson is now hitting .278 while posting a .973 OPS.
He's already got 24 homers this season, which is second in the American League to Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees. He's also got 53 RBI and 13 stolen bases and staring down the lens of an All-Star berth next month in Arlington, Texas. The O's currently trail the Yankees by 2.0 games in the American League East but if they are able to catch New York, they will win the division for the second straight year. Last year, they won 101 games but ultimately lost to the Texas Rangers in the ALDS.Follow Fastball on FanNation on social mediaBrady Farkas is a baseball writer for Fastball on Sports Illustrated/FanNation and the host of 'The Payoff Pitch' podcast which can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Nigeria Latest News, Nigeria Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Baltimore Orioles Superstar Explains Why He's Been Chucking His BatFans have noticed Baltimore Orioles superstar throwing his bat towards the dugout after drawing a walk, and he explains why he's doing that.
Read more »
Baltimore Orioles Superstar Closer Was Reportedly 'Firing the Ball' During CatchThis development on what the Baltimore Orioles superstar closer was doing during a catch session on the field will have fans fired up.
Read more »
Baltimore Orioles Young Superstar Makes MLB History After Latest Home RunThe Baltimore Orioles truly have a special player on their hands in Gunnar Henderson.
Read more »
Baltimore Orioles Superstar Setting Tone In New RoleGunnar Henderson is helping the Baltimore Orioles get off to great starts from the leadoff spot.
Read more »
MLB Insider Says Baltimore Orioles Could Trade Their Superstar ProspectFor the Baltimore Orioles to land one of the top available players on the market before the trade deadline, they might be willing to move one of their superstar prospects.
Read more »
Baltimore Orioles Reportedly Promoting Superstar Outfield ProspectThe Baltimore Orioles will reportedly recall one of their top prospects.
Read more »