Bryce Harper has shown signs of stardom in his brief career. He went from being an aggressive teenager to a mature 20 year old. In this article one will know everything about Bryce Harper.

Bryce Harper appeared on Sports Illustrated for the first time in 2009, at the age of 16. Critics and writers knew he was going to be something special when he hit a 570 foot home run. The Washington Nationals took no hesitation and drafted Bryce in the first round of the 2010 draft. Two years later, he finally made his long awaited debut at the age of 19. His 2012 season was solid. In 139 games, the rookie hit 22 home runs, drove in 59 RBIs, scored 98 runs, and stole 18 bases. He would claim a trip to the All-Star Game and the National League Rookie of the Year.

Bryce followed his 2012 rookie campaign with another great season. In 118 games, Bryce slugged 20 home runs and stole 11 bases. He would be named to his second All Star Game and even was asked to participate in the Home Run Derby at Citi Field, too. Injuries slowed Harper down in 2014, but he stepped it up in 2015. 2015 was by far his best season in his career. He had career highs in games, home runs, RBIs, runs, doubles, batting average, slugging percentage, Wins Above Replacement (WAR), walks, and hits. He tied the National League lead in home runs with 42 and singly led the league in WAR with 9.9. Bryce would be named to the All Star Game for the third time in his career and picked up the National League Most Valuable Player award. He surpassed Mike Trout to become the youngest unanimous MVP recipient. In Harper’s young career, he has taken home a plethora of hardware. In conclusion, Bryce Harper is one of the best players in Major League Baseball.