The Baltimore Orioles have a lot to celebrate this year, as their young phenom Gunnar Henderson has been named the unanimous American League Rookie of the Year for 2021.
Henderson, a 21-year-old shortstop, was drafted by the Orioles in the first round of the 2020 MLB Draft and made an immediate impact in his first season in the majors. He hit .323 with 15 home runs and 57 RBIs, while also providing stellar defense at shortstop. He also had an impressive on-base percentage of .398 and a slugging percentage of .541.
Henderson was the only unanimous selection for the award, as he received all 30 first-place votes from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. He is the first Orioles player to win the award since Manny Machado in 2012.
Henderson is the latest in a long line of talented young players to come through the Orioles organization in recent years. He joins a list that includes Machado, Jonathan Schoop, Trey Mancini, and Cedric Mullins.
The Orioles have been rebuilding for several years now, and Henderson’s award is a sign that their efforts are paying off. He is the latest in a long line of talented young players that have come through the organization in recent years, and it looks like the Orioles are finally ready to compete again.
Henderson’s award is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the game. He has worked tirelessly to improve his game and it has paid off in a big way. He is sure to be a key part of the Orioles’ future success and will be a leader for years to come.
Congratulations to Gunnar Henderson on being named the 2021 AL Rookie of the Year!
