If the MLB All Star Game Were to Happen Now, These Would Be Your Guys

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We're already almost halfway to the 2009 MLB All star game. I know, time flies huh?

About one quarter of the way into the season, a lot of players, young and old, are putting up some eye-popping numbers. There's little doubt that some of the current league leaders won't stay there, but I'd like to recognize some of the top performers this far into a young season.

For this piece I'm going to stick with position players.

American League

Catcher - Victor Martinez, Cleveland Indians

Victor Martinez appears to be bouncing back nicely from a poor 2008 season, doing so by putting up outstanding numbers in nearly every category.

Not only is Victor currently leading the league with a .400 average, but he's also putting up some impressive power numbers with 7 bombs and 25 RBI. He's also tied atop the Majors with Aaron Hill for most hits (58).

Honorable Mention: Kurt Suzuki, Rod Barajas

First Base - Justin Morneau, Minnesota Twins

With the recent return of their slugging catcher Joe Mauer, the Minnesota Twins lineup is once again an intimidating one.

Admittedly it may be slightly easier to drive in runs when you're batting behind Mauer, but Morneau's numbers are still pretty impressive. After today's performance he's up to 11 homers and 31 RBI, combined with a .317 average and a 1.003 OPS. Not too shabby.

Honorable Mention: Aubrey Huff, Miguel Cabrera, Carlos Pena

Second Base - Aaron Hill, Toronto Blue Jays

Aaron was mentioned above as being tied for the league lead in hits, but racking up hits isn't the only he things he's excelling at. He also has 10 big flies, 32 RBI, and a couple of stolen bases as the icing on the cake.

Right now Aaron is on pace for some remarkable numbers for a second baseman. You may have some competition, Mr. Kinsler.

Honorable Mention: Ian Kinsler, Dustin Pedroia

Third Base - Evan Longoria, Tampa Bay Rays

This is going to be a big year for Evan Longoria. The 23 year old third baseman is currently on pace for around 200 RBI. I don't think he's going to come close to that, but just the fact that he has 46 this early in the season is amazing.

He's also got 11 homers, 16 doubles, and a .343 batting average. Evan has a chance to have a truly spectacular 2009.

Honorable Mention: Brandon Inge, Mike Lowell, Michael Young, Kevin Youkilis

Shortstop - Jason Bartlett, Tampa Bay Rays

There's a little bit less to choose from in the shortstop pool, but Jason Bartlett certainly hasn't disappointed. Jason can pretty much do anything, he's hitting for decent power (5 HR, 15 RBI), he's batting .359, and is near the top of the league with nine stolen bases.

With all of the offense the Rays are producing, it's hard to believe that they're 17-20.

Honorable Mention: Derek Jeter, Marco Scutaro

Outfielder One- Jason Bay, Boston Red Sox

Something tells me the Sox aren't missing Manny too much.

To tell the truth though, it wouldn't really matter how things were going for Manny, it's hard to be disappointed with a guy who's producing like Bay is. On top of his 10 home runs and 38 RBI, Jason is also hitting .306 with a phenomenal 1.086 OPS.

I think Jason Bay likes it in Boston.

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