It feels like it was only a few weeks ago that we were talking about potential breakout stars for the 2016 MLB season. Turns out that was a few months ago—and with only one month of regular-season action left, we’ve got a pretty good idea as to who the season’s surprise studs are.
Our goal here is to answer one simple question: What would a team comprised of only breakout stars look like? Much of the decision-making was left to a player’s individual numbers. How far above his previous career norms he’s playing was a big factor, but expectations and reputation played a part as well.
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ Gregory Polanco holds down right field on our All-Breakout squad. Who else made the cut? Let’s take a look.