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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/christian-walker/58622">Christian Walker</a> has become synonymous with defensive prowess at first base for the Diamondbacks. Accumulating 7 DRS in defensive runs saved this season, he has outdone his last year's second-place finish. Not just on defense, Walker has excelled with 5 OAA outs above average, a testament to his back-to-back Gold Glove Awards.
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1B Christian Walker, Diamondbacks

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Transitioning from shortstop, <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/marcus-semien/57642">Marcus Semien</a> has found his groove at second base with the Texas Rangers. His 7 DRS defensive runs saved are a testament to his seamless adaptation and skill. Additionally, leading with 7 OAA in outs above average, Semien has redefined the second base defensive play, leaving competitors like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/thairo-estrada/58496">Thairo Estrada</a> and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/andres-gimenez/57970">Andrés Giménez</a> in close pursuit.
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2B Marcus Semien, Rangers

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New York Yankees' <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/anthony-volpe/57763">Anthony Volpe</a> has quickly ascended to defensive prominence in his rookie season, clinching the AL Gold Glove at shortstop. With 6 OAA outs above average, Volpe has outclassed seasoned defenders, making a strong case for continued excellence in the field.
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The Kansas City Royals' <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/robert-witt/57889">Bobby Witt Jr.</a> has emerged as one of the most talented overall players in the early season, particularly shining with 6 DRS defensive runs saved at shortstop. Rivals like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/markus-betts/58665">Mookie Betts</a> and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/masyn-winn/58182">Masyn Winn</a>, despite their exceptional performances, remain a step behind Witt's defensive mastery.
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Despite a rollercoaster season with trips to Triple-A, <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/lavictor-lipscomb/58749">Trey Lipscomb</a> of the Washington Nationals has not let his glove work wane, amassing 4 DRS in defensive runs saved. This performance not only highlights his resilience but also his undeniable talent at the hot corner.
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3B Trey Lipscomb, Nationals

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After a brief hiatus from the Gold Glove spotlight, <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/nolan-arenado/58173">Nolan Arenado</a> of the Cardinals is back with a vengeance. With 3 OAA outs above average, he's on a quest for his eleventh Gold Glove and potentially his seventh Platinum Glove, showcasing his undiminished prowess at third base.
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3B Nolan Arenado, Cardinals

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Leading the charts with an impressive 7 DRS, <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/caleb-raleigh/57472">Cal Raleigh</a> of the Seattle Mariners has set a towering standard for catchers in the current season. The closest competition trails with 3 DRS, featuring names like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/patrick-bailey/58490">Patrick Bailey</a>, <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/gabriel-moreno/58614">Gabriel Moreno</a>, and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/travis-darnaud/58331">Travis d’Arnaud</a>. Raleigh's leap from 2 DRS to 14 DRS in defensive runs saved since last year marks a significant upturn, solidifying his status as a defensive stalwart behind the plate.
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C Cal Raleigh, Mariners

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