"Throughout the regular and postseason, Ernie Clement and Addison Barger established themselves as top players for the Toronto Blue Jays. During the regular season, Clement slashed .277/.313/.398 while Barger slashed .243/.301/.454. Barger's 21 home runs were the third most among Blue Jays players. Both players stepped up to the next level during the postseason. Clement broke the MLB record for the most hits in a single postseason with 30 and the Blue Jays record for the longest postseason hitting streak (13 games)."
"Clement played all over the infield for the Blue Jays during the regular season and earned Gold Glove nominations as a utility player and as a third baseman. Clement led the majors in defensive runs saved (DRS) with 22 and had the highest defensive wins above replacement (dWAR) at 2.9. Barger split his time between third base and right field."
"Barger split his time between third base and right field. His biggest asset defensively is his mighty arm. Barger is ranked in the 99th percentile for arm strength in MLB. His power was on full display during the postseason. In Game 3 of the World Series, Barger had a 99 MPH throw from right field to home plate to get Freddie Freeman out."
Ernie Clement slashed .277/.313/.398 during the regular season and led the majors with 22 defensive runs saved (DRS) and a 2.9 defensive WAR (dWAR). Addison Barger slashed .243/.301/.454 with 21 home runs, split time between third base and right field, and ranked in the 99th percentile for arm strength. Clement set postseason marks with 30 hits and a 13-game hitting streak. Barger hit the first-ever World Series pinch-hit grand slam, recorded six multi-hit World Series games, and made a 99 MPH throw to home in Game 3. Their defensive versatility reduces roster needs this offseason.
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