Apr 10, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa (9) hits a two-run double during the second inning against the San Diego Padres at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Isiah Kiner-Falefa is not someone we’d suggest ticking off.
The Texas Rangers‘ starting shortstop is dedicating his 2021 campaign to the haters, especially FanGraphs, the baseball statistics database that absolutely blasted IKF’s starting credentials prior to the season.
All of the fuel and motivation seems to be paying huge dividends for IKF early on this season, as he’s beginning to firmly establish himself as a key piece of the Rangers’ future.