Arraez is not a star, lacking the power/speed/defense attributes of the Tony Gwynns and Rod Carews. But his bat-to-ball excellence lengthens lineups, keeps him in demand.

Such limited supply has made Pete Alonso and Christian Walker, two prototypical power-hitting first basemen ... as needed now,” Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns said.

However, baseball currently is viewing power-hitting first basemen similar to how the NFL views running backs. They are replaceable. Adding Alonso would require a much larger commitment than any ...

Jhonkensy Noel will likely get the first nod as the Guardians right-handed power-hitting outfielder, but that doesn't mean Rodriguez won't get an opportunity. Cleveland will be searching for ...

Williams is 28 and hasn’t made his MLB debut yet, but boasts some serious power considering the standard ... past three seasons with Twins at AAA, hitting a combined 48 home runs,” Rosenthal ...

Miami Marlins' Jake Burger watches after hitting a two-run home run during the first inning of a baseball game against ... brings pure power on the cheap to the Rangers lineup.

The New York Mets have been busy on the depth front. The Mets have now added another piece in 28-year-old catcher Chris Williams on a minor league deal, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic ...

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That is why it comes as no surprise that the Giants were mentioned as a team that was interested in power-hitting second baseman Gleyber Torres before he signed with the Detroit Tigers.

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380 team batting line that slotted in the bottom third ... but he has gotten to his huge power against pitchers of either handedness. He’s a career .244/.298/.496 hitter against lefty pitching ...