His low batting average this year was largely a result of bad luck on balls in play. On balls in play he hit .265 as opposed to a career .313 average when he put the ball in play. The more important thing is how his plate discipline has improved since he entered the league, leading to 92 BBs and a .367 OBP this year, those numbers are more important than his unusually low batting average. Combine his improving discipline with the 35+ HR power, and the great defense he provides at one of the most demanding positions, and thats why hes the top FA on the market this year.
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