While (probably) every single one of those LA Angels fans who questioned the trade initially will say they’re thankful for it now, that doesn’t mean it’s been all roses for Simmons since he got to Anaheim. When he’s on the field, ranging in between second and third base, Simmons is amongst the best fielders in the baseball. In the batter’s box, he has improved himself as a hitter and has become an all-around ballplayer.
His offense took a step back statistically this year though. One can chalk that up to being in and out of the lineup due to the injuries he battled throughout the season.