The majority of managers believed Fernandez was the best shortstop in the league. His fluid actions and natural instincts allow him to make defense look easy. He makes both the spectacular and routine plays, and has the above-average arm strength to nail even the fastest runners. Despite possessing average speed, he possesses excellent range to his right and left. As with most young Latin players, physical strength remains his greatest need, particularly at the plate. "The guy really knows how to handle himself on the field," Henriquez said. "He's always in control. He looks like he has been playing the game for a long, long time."
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