Riley, Kirilloff earn Player of the Week nods

Twins first baseman/outfielder Alex Kirilloff and Braves third baseman Austin Riley have been named the Gamers of the Week offered by Chevrolet, whereas Orioles third baseman Gunnar Henderson has gained Play of the Week honors for the excellent double play he began towards the Rays on Saturday.

That is the primary Participant of the Week nod for Kirilloff, who hit .345 with three homers, 10 RBIs and a 1.187 OPS over seven video games final week, serving to Minnesota go 5-2.

The 25-year-old Kirilloff capped off his week with a clutch knock, delivering a two-out, game-tying double within the backside of the ninth inning towards the White Sox on Sunday. The Twins went on to win, 5-4, in 12 innings.

Riley is now a three-time Participant of the Week honoree after posting a .400 common, six homers, 16 RBIs and a 1.640 OPS over six video games final week.

The All-Star third baseman went deep twice and drove in seven runs on Tuesday to kick off a streak of 5 straight video games with a house run, tying a Braves record.

Henderson, in the meantime, confirmed off his fast reflexes and robust throwing arm within the backside of the fifth inning Saturday at Tropicana Subject, diving to snag Isaac Paredes’ arduous line drive earlier than attending to his toes and firing the ball throughout the diamond to double off Brandon Lowe at first base. The Orioles ended up profitable that sport, 6-5, en path to taking three of 4 from the Rays to seize a two-game lead over them for first place within the AL East.