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Every season is an opportunity for a new batch of previously unknown or unheralded players to step into the spotlight, for young players to make a leap and for a select few to ascend to superstardom.
With 2020 coming to a close, we asked MLB.com s beat reporters to look ahead and name the top candidates to break out in 21. Here is one for every club.
American League East
The hype surrounding Pearson’s arrival didn’t quite match Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s from the year prior, but it was as close as you’ll see. The club’s No. 1 prospect struggled over his first five starts before going on the injured list with right elbow tightness, but he returned at the end of the year and delivered a fantastic two-inning relief performance in the playoffs.
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Every season is an opportunity for a new batch of previously unknown or unheralded players to step into the spotlight, for young players to make a leap and for a select few to ascend to superstardom.
With 2020 coming to a close, we asked MLB.com s beat reporters to look ahead and name the top candidates to break out in 21. Here is one for every club.
American League East
The hype surrounding Pearson’s arrival didn’t quite match Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s from the year prior, but it was as close as you’ll see. The club’s No. 1 prospect struggled over his first five starts before going on the injured list with right elbow tightness, but he returned at the end of the year and delivered a fantastic two-inning relief performance in the playoffs.