5 Toronto Blue Jays Players Who Have Played Like All-Stars So Far In 2016

By Bryan Zarpentine

The Toronto Blue Jays have had an up and down season in 2016, as the team has plenty of weaknesses they’ve tried to overcome. But the Blue Jays have also had plenty of players step up and produce, which has helped keep them within striking distance in the AL East. Here are five Blue Jays who have stood out this year and performed like All-Stars.

5 Toronto Blue Jays Players Who Have Played Like All-Stars So Far In 2016

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Marco Estrada — Estrada's record doesn't stand out, as he hasn't gotten much help from his bullpen. After 10 starts he has a 2.43 ERA and has been as consistent as possible from start to start, which warrants All-Star consideration.

Michael Saunders — Saunders isn't a high-profile part of Toronto's lineup, but he's having a career year. He's hitting .291 and has an OPS of .900, both of which are far and above what he's done in any other season. He should be acknowledged for that.

Jose Bautista — Bautista's numbers are down a bit from previous years, but he remains one of the biggest power threats in baseball. He's on pace to hit over 30 home runs and drive in more than 100 runs, which certainly sound like All-Star caliber numbers.

Josh Donaldson — Donaldson isn't quite performing at an MVP level, but he's still putting up All-Star caliber numbers. He's still the most productive player in Toronto's lineup, and seems like a safe bet to be playing in the Midsummer Classic.

Roberto Osuna — Toronto's terrible bullpen makes it easy to overlook Osuna, but the 21-year-old has been as good as any other closer in baseball. With a 1.13 ERA, Osuna has been almost unhittable and needs to showcase his stuff at the All-Star Game.

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