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Second baseman: Alfonso Soriano: an emerging talent for Yankees: young Dominican is on the brink of major league stardom as he continues to learn and excel in all facets of his game.

Baseball Digest

| October 01, 2002 | Lucas, Ed; Post, Paul | COPYRIGHT 2002 Century Publishing Co. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

DEREK JETER AND JASON GIAMBI are the Yankees' big money, most high-profile players.

But Alfonso Soriano might very well be the Bronx Bombers' Most Valuable Player as they were heading into baseball's postseason, seeking a fifth straight American League pennant.

Following on the heels of an impressive rookie campaign, the quiet 24-year-old second baseman has done it all with his bat and glove this year. The only question is just how much room he has left for improvement.

"He's done an outstanding job," said Jeter, Soriano,s double play partner. "You always use offensive numbers to judge players, but the way he's improved defensively over the ...

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