"Torkelson struggled so profoundly last year -- a .669 OPS, 10 homers and 105 strikeouts in 92 games -- that he entered 2025 without a clear path for playing time."
"Tigers manager A.J. Hinch texted Torkelson almost daily after the team sent him down to Triple-A last June. At one point, the two even met up for breakfast."
"Coming out of college, I felt like I had it figured out, was the greatest hitter ever," Torkelson said. "And I got humbled."
"Now, early in his age-25 season, he looks like the feared hitter so many expected to see. Through 36 games, Torkelson has already equaled last year's home run total."
As the 2025 MLB season reaches its sixth week, surprises abound. Notably, Pete Alonso has become a key MVP candidate despite initial struggles, while the American League East underperforms with only one winning team. Among the most significant developments is Spencer Torkelsonâs resurgence after a disappointing previous season that saw him demoted to Triple-A. His experience and mentorship from Tigersâ manager A.J. Hinch have contributed to his current success, showing how early-season dynamics can alter player performance and expectations significantly.
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