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The Sudden Fall of Braves Center Fielder Michael Harris II

After last season, it looked like Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II could be in for a breakout season. His overall numbers were down compared to his first two seasons (.264 average, .722 OPS), but his finish to the season indicated something was brewing.

In his final 43 games of the season, he batted .281 with an .823 OPS with 11 home runs and 28 RBIs. Over 162 games, he was on pace to hit 41 home runs and drive in 105 runs. He was healthy after a long stint on the injured list due to a hamstring strain, and he was popping off.