What happened: Junior Caminero celebrated his 23rd birthday Sunday after carrying his World Baseball Classic power into the 2026 season. His recent run includes seven home runs across five games.
Why it matters: The surge reinforces Caminero’s rapid development as a power hitter. His production at 23 makes his progress a central storyline for the remainder of 2026.
By the numbers: Caminero hit .350 with three home runs, seven RBI and a 1.259 OPS in six World Baseball Classic games. Through 372 plate appearances in 2026, he was batting .288 with 25 home runs and a .933 OPS.
What to watch: Watch whether Caminero sustains his recent home-run pace through the next stretch of the regular season.