Highlights from the 2013 MLB Season: The Gems

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Who doesn’t want to see a few defensive gems? Uh, everyone wants to see a spectacular play in the field. Considering we viewed some not-so-stellar plays earlier today, here’s the chance to witness a few of the phenomenal plays as we continue our “Highlights from the 2013 MLB Season”.

Oh, and when you watch the vids, you are going to hear “One of the best plays you will ever see” or something along those lines. That’s because, they are.

1. J.B. Shuck

“Take that Mike Trout and Peter Bourjos!” Both of those guys have a gem or two to their names as well.

Like the tribute the guys in the dugout pay by tipping their caps to Shuck.

2. Brandon Phillips

This is my personal fave from the 2013 season. I still don’t know how BP made this play. He’ll chalk it up to his swag.

That’s Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman with the “Holy Moses” call.

3. Jose Iglesias

“No way that just happened.”, “Come on, Jose.” Seriously, Jose.

It did…and we’re all better for seeing it.

I wonder what Hawk thought of this play?

4. Manny Machado

or…

And that wasn’t the only time Machado nailed Alfonso Soriano either.

You could have another half dozen Machado plays in this post…easily.

5. Jason Heyward

The reaction from Craig Kimbrel tells it all.

6. Carlos Gomez

That nasty ol’ Tal’s Hill.

And this…

“Just give him the Gold Glove right now.” And so they did…

What’s your favorite sparkling defensive play from 2013? Tell us in the comments section below.

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