32-year-old MLB hitter Jeff McNeil significantly improved his performance, hitting 7 homers and 10 doubles, after the All-Star break.

32-year-old MLB hitter Jeff McNeil has dramatically improved his performance since the All-Star break. Struggling with shift restrictions and a dip in production, McNeil increased his pull rate from 39.5% to 51.2% post-break, leading to 7 homers and 10 doubles, with a .307 avg., .368 OBP, and .614 SLG in 31 games. This resurgence has helped overcome his first-half average of .216 and .591 OPS.

August 25, 2024
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