"Fresh off a World Series appearance, Kirk wrapped up 2025 by being named to his second All-Star Game and put up career numbers at the plate. He hit a single-season, career-high of 18 home runs and 76 RBIs. Kirk would also slash .282/.348/.421 with an OPS of .769, each of those being his best batting totals since his first All-Star season in 2022."
"His overall fielding sat in the 100th percentile as well, a stat that Mexico will benefit from this March. However, Mexico will surely appreciate the services of somebody who had an incredible postseason run, especially in the World Series. He slashed .254/.349/.493 with an OPS of .842. Two of his five home runs and six of his 13 RBIs came during the World Series, which nearly helped Toronto capture its third World Championship in franchise history."
Alejandro Kirk has been selected to represent Team Mexico at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, scheduled March 5-17 in Japan, Puerto Rico, and the United States. Kirk is expected to be Mexico's starting catcher and this will be his first WBC appearance after withdrawing from the 2023 edition following the birth of his first child. Born in Tijuana, Kirk became a key player for the Toronto Blue Jays, posting career highs in 2025 with 18 home runs and 76 RBIs and a .282/.348/.421 slash line. Defensive metrics ranked among MLB's best, with blocks and overall fielding in the 100th percentile and framing in the 98th percentile, and he produced significant World Series contributions.
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