Xander Bogaerts
The Red Sox drafted Xander Bogaerts back in 2009 and he has been a force since. He made his debut for the main club in 2013 and would be a part of that year’s World Series squad. He played a big part not only on the field but with his bat as well. I lost count this season of how many times X-Man made a great play from shortstop.
Bogey doesn’t get the attention that some of his counterparts do but he is definitely deserving. He’s another one of those guys that will walk off the field at the end of the night covered in dirt. He is a part of this young core that makes up the heart and soul of this team and exemplifies Alex Cora’s message.
After his performance in the postseason, I can see 2019 being a big year for Xander. It really feels like whenever he is on the field he could walk away with a new highlight for the reel. Bogaerts just completed his sixth season with the Red Sox and it’s hard to believe he’s only 26 years old. Xander has a high ceiling and a great career still in front of him.