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Second Generation Players Rule MLB

By Tim Ponisciak

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 20: Bo Bichette #11 of the Toronto Blue Jays hugs teammate Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 on his way back to the dugout after Bichette hit a solo home run in the first inning of the MLB game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on August 20, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 20: Bo Bichette #11 of the Toronto Blue Jays hugs teammate Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 on his way back to the dugout after Bichette hit a solo home run in the first inning of the MLB game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on August 20, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images) /
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OF – Cody Bellinger

A former MVP, Bellinger is a bona fide star. He’s versatile, having already had a 40 homer season and also winning a gold glove.  New Yorkers may remember Cody’s dad, Clay, who played for two world champion Yankees teams and an Angels team that also won the World Series. Cody has already eclipsed his father as far as stats and recognition goes, and his star is going to rise for a long time.

Best WAR: 8.7 in 2019

Dad’s Best Year: 0.2 in 2000

OF – Joc Pederson

Pederson is best known for his Home Run Derby heroics. Much lesser known about him is the fact that his father also played in the majors, though for just a sip more than a cup of coffee. Stu Pederson played just eight MLB games with the Dodgers in 1985. His son, however, would play many more games in blue and white. Joc was drafted by those same Dodgers and played with the Dodgers over 7 seasons, including making an All Star game.

Best WAR: 3.4 in 2016

Dad’s Best Year: -0.1 in 1985

OF – Cavan Biggio

Another Blue Jay fills the ranks, with Cavan Biggio making the lineup. Biggio has been playing more third base in 2021, but this second generation team needs outfield help, and he has experience there as well. Biggio’s dad is another all-time great, a HOFer who played his whole career with the Astros, mostly at second base (but don’t forget his time at catcher too). The younger Biggio’s career is still in its nascent stages, but his outlook is promising. Though his 2021 numbers so far are not stellar, he is an on-base machine, and will be filling a spot in the Blue Jays lineup for a long time.

WAR: 3.0 in 2019

Dad’s best year: 9.4 in 1997

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