The 2020 MLB season was one for the books, and two players in particular made history. Luis Arraez of the Minnesota Twins and Yandy Díaz of the Cleveland Indians both clinched batting titles despite sitting out the final day of the regular season.
Arraez, a 23-year-old second baseman, became the first player in Twins history to win a batting title. He finished with a .334 average, edging out teammate Nelson Cruz by .001. Arraez was the only Twins player to hit over .300 this season, and he also led the team in hits (97) and doubles (25).
Díaz, a 28-year-old first baseman, became the first Indian to win a batting title since Al Rosen in 1953. He finished with a .364 average, which was the highest in the American League. Díaz also led the Indians in hits (90), doubles (20), and total bases (149).
Both Arraez and Díaz are examples of players who have made the most of their opportunities. Arraez was called up to the majors in 2019 and has been a key contributor for the Twins ever since. Díaz has battled injuries throughout his career, but he was able to stay healthy this season and put together an impressive performance.
The accomplishments of Arraez and Díaz are even more impressive when you consider that they both sat out the final day of the regular season. It is a testament to their hard work and dedication that they were able to clinch batting titles despite not playing on the last day.
The accomplishments of Luis Arraez and Yandy Díaz will be remembered for years to come. They have both made history by becoming the first players from their respective teams to win batting titles. They have also shown that hard work and dedication can lead to great success, even when faced with adversity.
