Both the National League and American League Championship Series have given us plenty of memorable moments to talk about for years and years to come.
Many of those moments have been provided by some of the unlikeliest candidates. Over the next few slides, we’ll rank a few of those surprise impact players.
Surprises come in different shapes and sizes.
Take Daniel Murphy for example. Nobody is shocked that the New York Mets infielder made an impact on the NLCS. What has surprised people is the fact that Murphy has done so in historic fashion, hitting a homer in six straight postseason games.
Think about Marco Estrada. The right-hander had never logged over 180 innings in a season before 2015, yet he has pitched like the Toronto Blue Jays ace in the ALCS.
What about Alcides Escobar and Ryan Goins? The two light-hitting middle infielders are known more for their glovework, but each has provided production at the plate, as well.
Let us know what you think about our selections in the comment section below. Can you believe what these players have done during the championship series? What has been the biggest reason for their success? Who else has surprised you?
Players make names for themselves every year with special October performances. Let’s dive into a few who have really stood out in the championship series.