Andrés Giménez, a 26-year-old infielder, has recently been traded from the Guardians to the Blue Jays. Known for his left-handed bat and elite fielding skills, he boasts a career batting average of .261 with 49 home runs and 99 stolen bases over five seasons. Giménez’s peak performance came in 2022 with a .297 average and 7.4 bWAR. Despite a decline in offensive stats over the last two seasons, he continues to shine with his glove, earning three consecutive Gold Glove awards. His range is praiseworthy, and he may transition to shortstop if Bo Bichette departs after this season.
Ben Clemens at FanGraphs said, "He's not just a shortstop playing second base; he's a very good shortstop playing second base. He has the strongest throwing arm of any second baseman and uses it to his advantage, ranging up the middle to make outrageous plays."
Giménez totalled a 9.3 WAR over the last two seasons despite not posting impressive offensive numbers, showcasing how valuable his defensive skills are.
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