His defense was still strong enough to win his third straight Gold Glove for his play in center field.
No one embodies that approach more than Greg Maddux, the dominating pitcher who has won 11 straight Gold Glove awards.
He was also one of the top defensive first basemen of his time, winning seven straight Gold Glove Awards (1960-66).
He wrote straight Gold Medal-type books such as Stop This Man!
Chavez has averaged 32 homers and 108 runs batted in over the last three years and has also won three straight Gold Glove awards.
The multifaceted Walker also ranked among the league leaders in stolen bases (33), and his 13 outfield assists led to a third straight Gold Glove.
Suzuki also earned his fourth straight Gold Glove last season and was second in the league in stolen bases, with 36.
In July, he was named to his 4th All-Star Game appearance and upon the conclusion of the season, won his 2nd straight Gold Glove award.
He won his second straight Gold Glove at shortstop.
Chavez, the third baseman, is the most talented defensive player and will probably win his third straight Gold Glove.