Good morning everyone! The Rookies of the Year were announced yesterday and predictably standout first year center fielder Henry Bolte did not win the annual award. That honor went to Detroit shortstop Kevin McGonigle, who more than deserved it this…
Athletics rookie center fielder Henry Bolte finished tied for 12th in American League Rookie of the Year voting after earning a single fifth-place vote. The award was officially won by Detroit Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle. Bolte entered the Athletics lineup following an injury to Denzel Clarke and delivered a productive debut campaign, posting a .277/.359/.405 slash line with 11 home runs and 21 stolen bases.
Connor Ashford of Athletics Nation writes that Bolte's low vote tally feels underwhelming given his strong defensive and offensive contributions. Ashford notes that the 23-year-old is positioned to serve as Oakland's primary center fielder next season, while the club faces future roster decisions regarding Clarke.
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