MLB Player Profile: Jason Kubel
Minnesota Twins’ designated hitter, Jason Kubel displayed a brilliant performance in preceding games as he hit number of RBIs and homers during second half of regular season. He also positioned himself in top outfielders throughout his MLB career. Born on
May 25, 1982, Kubel is an outfielder in Twins’ roster and stands 6ft 0in with weight of 220 lbs.
The 29-year-old Kubel has only six years of experience in his professional career. He was a natural athlete and had great skills in baseball. Due to his amazing efforts in college baseball, he was geared up to make his place in the 12th round
of MLB Draft in 2000.
Kubel did not notice any agreement after the MLB draft and become a free agent until the next two years. Later on, he took charge to play with AA New Britain Rock Cats. After playing his debut game in the 12th round, Kubel earned much fame due
to his outstanding performance in Minor Leagues and was also named in the top Baseball America’s Minor League prospects.
Twins’ officials kept an eye on Kubel’s performance and added him in their 40-man Minor League’s roster during 2004. He made his debut on the same day and performed extremely well throughout the season. He was then selected by Rochester Red Wings, where
he proved his spot by having 67 plate appearances in just 23 games.
Kubel performed extremely well in different Leagues and became the one of the most eminent players in Minor Leagues. He played all six years of his career with the Twins. Kubel proved his spot for Twins roster by batting with promising average and gave them
some incredible victories. On April 16, 2006, he was listed in the Triple-A Rochester and performed superbly against Boston Red Sox by hitting walk-off grand slam all over the ground.
He was little bit shaky with the bat at the end of 2006 as he suffered some minor injuries and illnesses. After rehabilitating from surgical treatments in 2007, Kubel retained his form and was able to get a 20-14 win in 128 games.
The weather of injuries happened with a continuous interval for Kubel as he experienced lateral meniscus in his right shoulder. He played a vital role in his return game and smashed back-to-back home-runs to give Twins a convincing win. Kubel was sloppy
at the start of 2008 but then he recovered his form by joining bull-pen sessions and ended 2008 season with a promising batting average.
During 2009, Kubel batted with a full confidence and hit decisive RBIs with high grand slams. That season was most productive for him and the Twins. He had managed to raise his hitting average also during 2009 season. Kubel showed his class act in his fielding
as well. He gave the Twins some unbelievable victories also by making stunning catches.
Kubel began his next season as a designated hitter and attained that slot as their left-fielder Delmon Young was traded to Tampa Bay Rays. Kubel also saved some crucial runs for his team. He played regularly with the Twins as their veteran players suffered
some injuries at that time.
April 12, 2010 was an unforgettable day in his professional career as Kubel struck his first homer of the regular season and gave the Twins an exciting win against the Red Sox.
Kubel’s career has been firm and a minor dip in form is usual. However, he should demonstrate himself to be a muscular player with a strong renaissance in this season to help the Twins to the World Series. It will be a great challenge for player to maintain
his batting average.
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