The only thing lacking in Moncada's game has been the power numbers. But those are looking up as well. Over Moncada's last seven games, he has a .783 slugging percentage. The White Sox offense currently ranks fourth in scoring and Moncada has been an intricate part of the offense. Since being moved to the number three spot in the batting order, Moncada is hitting .338/.471/.485 in 41 games. With runners in scoring position, Moncada has been a machine. In 62 plate appearances, he is slashing .391/.532/.630. Moncada also ranks near the top of every White Sox offensive category. He ranks first in batting average (.299), first in OBP (.426), first in hits (56), first in doubles (12) second in RBIs (30), and second in runs (29). At the rate, he is going his numbers project to be even better than his breakout 2019 season. His defense has also been superb this season. He leads all qualified third baseman in UZR, which measures arm plus double play runs above average, and error runs above average. He also leads all-American League third baseman in defensive runs saved. He has been tremendous at making tough plays on the run and has showcased tremendous range this season. Moncada's name needs to be included in the MVP conversation. He has quietly been the best player on the best team in the American League. He has also been the best third baseman and it isn't particularly close. He ranks first in fWAR, first in wRC+, first in DRS, first in OBP, and second in OPS. If he is not an All-Star this season, it would be a travesty.
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