White Sox prospect Adam Engel wins Arizona Fall League MVP

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While the the MLB Hot Stove begins to heat up, White Sox prospect Adam Engel was already lighting the diamond in Arizona on fire.

On Saturday, the outfielder was named the Arizona Fall League MVP after leading the league in batting (.403), on-base percentage (.523) and slugging (.642). He was also second in the league in doubles (9) and stolen bases (10). 

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Engel, who was drafted in the 19th round of the 2013 MLB Draft by the South Siders credited his pregame approach when explaining his recent success

White Sox director of player personnel Nick Capra said earlier in the week Engel would start 2016 in Double-A Birmingham. 

Engel joins some good company with his AFL MVP award. Check out some of the most notable recent winners here: 

2014 - Greg Bird, Yankees

2013 - Kris Bryant, Cubs

2011 - Nolan Arenado, Rockies

 

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