Christian Yelich versus Cody Bellinger: Who is the better player?

Fielding Ability

At this rate, Bellinger might be the next Ben Zobrist given his positional depth. Normally, however, Yelich and Bellinger man the same position of right field.

Bellinger this year has played both right field and first base, and both he has played to success.

Despite an error while in right this season, Bellinger has been pivotal in every chance, with 11 defensive runs saved as well as seven defensive assists; five from the outfield.

While Bellinger has not had any discussions around him regarding a gold glove award, it’s hard to classify a guy who has played multiple positions in just two seasons. His contributions in center field last season, however, propelled him into the conversation. He has continued that push this season.

Yelich is no stranger to fielding’s best award. He received his first and only gold glove in 2014 and was even nominated last season.

But is he continuing that this year?

In 41 games, Yelich has three outfield assists and two of them have led to double plays. He also has three defensive runs saved from all over the outfield.

Yelich is on the same pace as last year, if not doing slightly better defensively than last year.

Between the two, we have a couple of above average fielders. Bellinger plays two pivotal positions on the right side of the field, while Yelich has covered the entire outfield.

I’d be more lenient to Bellinger if his one error was at first base, however, and not in right field.

Winner: Christian Yelich