The Doubleday Baseball League is proud to announce the Players of the Week for the period ending June 16, 1996.

United League – Jim Edmonds (San Diego Padres)
San Diego center fielder Jim Edmonds showcased his emerging star power, earning the United League Player of the Week Award. The 25-year-old hit .364 (8-for-22) with 5 home runs, 7 RBIs, and 8 runs scored in a standout week at the plate. For the season, Edmonds is hitting .244 with 18 home runs, 35 RBIs, and 43 runs scored across 68 games.

Federal League – Garret Anderson (Cleveland Spiders)
Cleveland’s Garret Anderson proved why he’s one of the league’s brightest young hitters, taking home Federal League Player of the Week honors. The 23-year-old left fielder batted .538 (14-for-26) with 4 home runs and 8 RBIs to spark the Spiders’ lineup. Anderson’s season line now includes a .272 average with 17 home runs, 40 RBIs, and 41 runs scored through 67 games.

These performances highlight the exciting mix of young talent making their mark in 1996.

Congratulations to Jim Edmonds and Garret Anderson on their well-deserved recognition as Players of the Week.