Playing his college ball at Southern Mississippi, Brian Dozier debuted in 2012 as a hard-nosed infielder who would completely redefine the power dynamic at second base for Minnesota. While historically the position was reserved for slap hitters and table-setters, Dozier operated as a true middle-of-the-order threat with an elite pull-side stroke.
Dozier broke out during his 2015 All-Star campaign, hitting 28 home runs and establishing himself as a top run-producer. In 2016, he reached a career Peak, hitting 42 home runs that set the American League record for a primary second baseman. He combined power with a sharp eye and speed, earning AL MVP votes from 2015 to 2017 and showing his ability to lead a lineup.
Dozier was a versatile athlete who impacted the game in multiple ways. He excelled on the basepaths and at the plate, finishing in the top ten in Power-Speed five times and in the top five in runs scored three times. His glove work matched his offensive value; he earned the Wilson Defensive Player award in 2013 and won an American League Gold Glove in 2017.
In July 2018, the rebuilding Twins traded Dozier to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for Logan Forsythe and prospects Devin Smeltzer and Luke Raley. With Minnesota, Dozier had 928 Hits, 167 of which were Home Runs.
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