Joey Gallo
It seemed like Joey Gallo‘s breakthrough was going to happen a season ago, but his first taste of MLB action in 2015 didn’t quite go as planned. In 36 games, he slashed .204/.301/.417 with six home runs and 14 RBIs – not exactly the offensive firestorm some predicted.
He’ll hope to fare better this year, and with Josh Hamilton slated to start 2016 on the DL, Gallo should have a spot in the outfield. He could also fill in at third base for Adrian Beltre as needed. And given Hamilton’s not-so-rosy outlook for the season ahead, Gallo could very well claim his share of at-bats.
Another power hitter, Gallo eclipsed the 40-homer mark in the minors in 2013 and 2014. The 22-year-old has all the makings of a bona fide big league slugger, and if he can get the strikeouts under control, he could become a force in Arlington for years to come.
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