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Milwaukee Brewers: Position Player Grades At The All-Star Break

By Harrison Carter

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MAY 27: Willy Adames #27 of the Milwaukee Brewers reacts after hitting a double against the San Diego Padres at American Family Field on May 27, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Brewers defeated the Padres 6-5. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MAY 27: Willy Adames #27 of the Milwaukee Brewers reacts after hitting a double against the San Diego Padres at American Family Field on May 27, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Brewers defeated the Padres 6-5. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images) /
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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – APRIL 27: Adidas batting gloves worn by Keston Hiura #18 of the Milwaukee Brewers against the Miami Marlins at American Family Field on April 27, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Brewers defeated the Marlins 5-4. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images) /

Infielders

Keston Hiura – D-

Keston Hiura has had a tough 2021 season, just like 2020. Hitting only .168 with an OPS of .573 has caused Hiura to make multiple trips to the minor leagues in an attempt to figure things out. In order for a successful rest of 2021, Hiura must cut down his absurd 38.4% strikeout percentage.

Daniel Vogelbach – C

Daniel Vogelbach started off the season struggling but started to find his groove entering mid-June. Unfortunately, this success was cut short by a hamstring injury in late June that should have Vogelbach returning sometime in mid-to-late July. Vogelbach currently has a .709 OPS.

Travis Shaw – D+

In his return to Milwaukee, Travis Shaw started off the season red hot but has since heavily cooled down. Albeit playing very good defense, Shaw was hitting .191 with an OPS of .616 before suffering a dislocated shoulder on June 9th.

Jace Peterson – A-

Who saw this coming from Jace Peterson? Peterson’s .255 average may seem pedestrian at first sight, but his walk percentage of 17.8% bolsters his OBP up to .385 with an OPS of .822. On top of being an on-base machine, Peterson has been the Swiss army knife of the Milwaukee Brewers, logging innings at 1B, 2B, 3B, LF, and RF.

Kolten Wong – A

When healthy, Kolten Wong has been a staple at the top of the order for the Brewers, posting a .346 OBP and an OPS of .830 to go along with Gold Glove-caliber defense, as always. Health has been an issue for Wong, however, as he has fought a calf injury for the past couple of weeks.

Luis Urías – B

Luis Urías started the year off cold but has found a groove that he will hopefully continue to ride out past the All-Star break. On the year, Urías is hitting .237, but just like Peterson has a good walk rate that improves his OBP to .328. He has also untapped some pop in his bat, hitting 12 home runs thus far and slugging .418. Urías has also shown his defensive versatility, playing multiple positions in the infield.

Willy Adames – A+

Since this is the Milwaukee Brewers player grades, I will only be analyzing Willy since becoming a Brewer. And what can’t you say about Willy Adames as a Brewer? After joining the team through a trade on May 21st, Adames has slashed .291/.374/.535, good for an OPS of .905. Since acquiring Adames, the Brewers have the best record in the MLB. Adames has instantly become a fan favorite through is endless energy, vibrant personality, and clutch hits.

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