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A closer look at Ke’Bryan Hayes’ plate struggles this season

Ke’Bryan Hayes may be the most talented defensive third baseman in baseball— Nolan Arenado would like a word— who makes improbable plays a probability and routine ground balls a breeze.

The baseball world knows Hayes can pick it like no other and has Gold-Glove potential for years to come, with little question on if he can man the hot corner on a daily basis for a contending team.

Lost in the shuffle of a highly productive season defensively is a lackluster year with the bat despite hitting in the top of the order for the majority of 2021.