Samuel Basallo crowned MVP and Top MLB Prospect in Carolina League, with more top performers recognized
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- Samuel Basallo named MVP and Top MLB Prospect in the Carolina League
- Ryan Ritter, Robby Snelling, and Ethan Salas also recognized as top performers
- Complete list of All-Star teams for the Single-A leagues revealed
Samuel Basallo, a slugger for the Baltimore Orioles’ minor league Delmarva team, has been named the Most Valuable Player and Top MLB Prospect of the Carolina League. The 18-year-old Dominican Republic native had an impressive season, hitting .297 with 35 extra-base hits and 60 RBIs in 83 games. Basallo’s breakout performance earned him promotions to High-A Aberdeen and Double-A Bowie. Aidan Curry of the Down East Wood Ducks was named the Pitcher of the Year for the Carolina League. In other minor league news, Ryan Ritter, Ethan Salas, Justin Crawford, Max Rajcic, and Jadiel Sanchez were among the other standout players recognized for their achievements.
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