Such is the case with Astros’ corner infielder Yulieski Gurriel. After signing a five-year, $47.5 million deal last July, the baseball world was well aware of the Cuban superstar, but this year Yuli has quietly been the one of if not the best player on the team. In fact, if he keeps it up, he could potentially be in serious contention for the AL Rookie of the Year. Let’s look at some of the competition that Gurriel faces for the prestigious award.
Andrew Benintendi
The current favorite for the 2017 AL Rookie of the Year is none other than Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi.