The Cleveland Guardians are on fire.
They're a young, gritty team has stormed back into the American League Central race thanks by a surge of energy and talent. While many have contributed, no player represents this newfound excitement quite like George Valera, the former top prospect whose long-awaited arrival is finally paying dividends.
It has been a seven-year odyssey for Valera, who signed with the organization as a 16-year-old international free agent in 2017. He was a top prospect for years, a name whispered among fans as the future of the franchise.
After a series of injuries and setbacks, the dream finally became a reality at the beginning of September when he earned his first MLB call-up.