4 Reasons Hiroyuki Nakajima Will Win the 2013 AL Rookie of the Year Award

Oakland A's shortstop Hiroyuki Nakajima is going to win the 2013 A.L. Rookie of the Year Award.

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Oakland A's shortstop Hiroyuki Nakajima is going to win the 2013 A.L. Rookie of the Year Award.

The 30-year-old Japanese-born infielder is not only new to the Athletics, he'll be taking his first stab at Major League Baseball as well. That qualifies him as—you guessed it—a rookie.

"Hero" stands a great chance at winning the award in 2013.

Now before you think I'm off my rocker, consider these reasons. If you're still not a believer, by all means, call me crazy. But when and if it does happen, you heard it here first, friends.

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