As the 2021 MLB All-Star game approaches, several players have emerged as surprising standouts. Here are the top 5 most unexpected MLB performers of 2021:

1. Jesse Winker (Cincinnati Reds OF)

• .344/.413/.637, 17 HR, 38 RBI, 48 Runs
• Ranks 2nd in MLB batting average
• Career-high 17 home runs already
• MVP odds: +4000

2. Jared Walsh (Los Angeles Angels OF/1B)

• .293/.363/.544, 13 HR, 40 RBI, 31 Runs
• Standout performer alongside Ohtani and Trout
• MVP odds: +10000

3. Adolis Garcia (Texas Rangers OF)

• .272/.307/.534, 16 HR, 44 RBI, 29 Runs, 7 SB
• Breakout season after just 23 career at-bats
• Tied for 5th in MLB home runs
• MVP odds: +5000

4. Mitch Haniger (Seattle Mariners OF)

• .258/.306/.525, 16 HR, 40 RBI, 43 Runs
• Strong comeback after missing 2020 season
• Team leader in HR, RBI, and runs
• MVP odds: +10000

5. Aaron Civale (Cleveland Indians SP)

• 9-2, 3.17 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, 69 K's
• Tied for MLB lead in wins
• Significant improvement from 4.74 ERA in 2020
• Cy Young odds: +5000

Honorable Mentions:

• Luis Garcia (Astros): 5-3, 2.75 ERA
• Brandon Crawford (Giants): .261, 14 HR
• Yermin Mercedes (White Sox): .289, 7 HR
• Joe Musgrove (Padres): 2.33 ERA
• Mark Melancon (Padres): 19 saves, 0.66 ERA

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