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FSL Unveils Platinum Stick Award Winners

Smiles stretched wide across the Florida State League today as the circuit rolled out its Platinum Stick Award winners — a powerhouse lineup honoring the league’s top offensive performers at every position. Daytona, Clearwater, Bradenton, Lakeland, and Jupiter were all represented in a class loaded with breakout bats and big-league ambitions.

Daytona’s Connor Burns headlined the group behind the plate, slashing .327/.418/.477 with 11 homers and a 147 wRC+, while Clearwater slugger Dakota Kotowski slugged .510 on his way to crushing 33 home runs to lock down first base. In the middle infield, Bradenton’s Maikol Escotto delivered steady pop and patience 18 home runs and 117 wRC+, and Lakeland shortstop Peyton Graham showcased high-impact production with a 129 wRC+ and 4.3 WAR.

Power surged at the corners as Lakeland’s Izaac Pacheco and Daytona star Hector Rodriguez — who torched the league with a stunning .404 average and 243 wRC+ — claimed third and left field honors. Lakeland’s David Smith brought balance in center with on-base skills and speed 29 stolen bases and 134 wRC+ that generated 6.5 WAR, while Daytona masher Rece Hinds blasted an eye-popping .871 slugging percentage with 35 home runs and 5.9 WAR enroute to the right-field award. Rounding out the roster, Jupiter’s Ian Lewis earned the DH slot after a consistent, well-rounded campaign that saw him blast 10 home runs and steal 23 bases that led to 3.1 WAR.