Cody Bellinger was a huge force behind the Yankees’ recent seven-game winning streak, and on Tuesday, he was named American League Player of the Week.
In seven games from Aug. 25-31, Bellinger hit .444 (12-of-17) with a .778 slugging percentage, hitting two home runs, three doubles, and walking four times while driving in eight and scoring six runs.
Bellinger led all AL batters with 21 total bases and was tied for the league lead with eight RBI.
The versatile Bellinger has been a key piece of the Yankees lineup during his first season in the Bronx. In 127 games, the lefty has slashed .279/.333/.504 with 26 home runs, 83 RBI, and 75 runs scored, providing some serious protection while often hitting behind Aaron Judge in the lineup.
The Yankees, 2.5 games back of the Blue Jays for first place in the AL East and percentage points ahead of the Red Sox for the top Wild Card spot, begin a crucial 12-game stretch on Monday that includes series against Houston, Toronto, Detroit, and Boston.
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