"The Toronto Blue Jays have rarely failed to pack an offensive punch over the course of their five decades in the league. From homegrown studs like Fred McGriff and Vladimir Guerrero Jr, to acquired boppers like Jose Canseco and Edwin Encarnacion, plenty of power hitters have put up impressive numbers while calling Exhibition Stadium and Skydome/Rogers Centre home. As a franchise, the Blue Jays have won a total of 30 Silver Slugger awards, with 22 different players taking home the hardware."
"Splitting time behind the plate with Danny Jansen, Kirk caught 78 games during the 2022 season, while playing 51 games as the DH. He smacked 14 homers, drove in 63 runs, and walked five more times than he struck out (63:58). Far from the most impressive single season performance from a Blue Jays catcher, it propelled the team to an appearance in the Wild Card Round against Seattle - the result of which need not be recalled"
The Toronto Blue Jays have produced many elite power hitters across five decades, with both homegrown and acquired sluggers contributing. The franchise has earned 30 Silver Slugger awards shared among 22 different players. This year’s nominations will be released on October 23 via a FanSided and Louisville Slugger partnership. An All-Silver Slugger lineup is assembled using positional flexibility, noting that no Blue Jays shortstop has ever won the award. Alejandro Kirk is the lone Blue Jays catcher to win a Silver Slugger, earning it at age 23 after a 2022 season with 14 homers and 63 RBIs. Carlos Delgado is highlighted among first basemen for sustained power production.
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