"His OPS of .598 in this year's regular season was the lowest among qualified American League hitters and spent all year trying to catch up, but he never figured it out during the regular season. However, come October, he has completely flipped the script. Out of nowhere, he's turned into one of the most clutch hitters on the World Series roster, and complete animal when runners in scoring position are aboard."
"In Game 4 of the World Series, Giménez delivered yet another timely blow. His eight pitch single helped the Blue Jays turn momentum in their favor. Toronto was holding onto a one-run lead in the seventh inning when they chased Shohei Ohtani from the game with back-to-back hits. Facing left-handed reliever Anthony Banda, Giménez fought through a lengthy at-bat before hitting a single into left field to score a key insurance run."
"The moment was symbolic of how Giménez has been able to transform himself this postseason. After going 0-for-3 on Wednesday, Giménez is still hitting .241 this postseason with 11 RBI and has gone 7-for-14 (.500) with runners in scoring position. He's also made it happen in the nine spot, meaning he's now two RBI's away from tying the record for the most from that spot in a single postseason."
Andrés Giménez entered the season known primarily for his defense and struggled offensively during the regular season, posting a .598 OPS, the lowest among qualified American League hitters. He transformed in the postseason, producing key hits and clutch RBIs, including 11 RBI and a .241 postseason average while going 7-for-14 with runners in scoring position. In Game 4 of the World Series he worked an eight-pitch at-bat and delivered a single that sparked a four-run rally, helping Toronto win 6-2 and tie the series. He has driven runs from the ninth spot and hit two home runs in the ALCS.
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