MLB Awards Watch 2015: Top 5 AL MVP end-of-season rankings

4. Manny Machado

Sep 23, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Manny Machado (13) runs the bases after hitting a two run home run off Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer (not pictured) at Nationals Park. Baltimore Orioles defeated Washington Nationals 4-3. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Chris Davis and his league-leading 47 home runs will get more of the attention, but 23-year-old Manny Machado enjoyed his best season yet for the Baltimore Orioles.

The third baseman played in all 162 games this season and was an unrelenting presence in the O’s lineup. He slashed .286/.359/.502 with 35 homers and 86 RBI (both career highs). He also added 20 steals and played great defense at the hot corner. His 7.1 WAR places him fifth in the AL.

Machado is the rare combination of power, quickness and top-notch glovework. And he is still just 23 years of age with four seasons already under his belt. The Orioles may or may not be able to re-sign Davis this winter, but they can rest assured that they will have Machado on their side for at least a few more seasons.

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