Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras proclaimed himself the "best catcher in the world" in a characteristically humble fashion after being named the World Series Most Valuable Player, according to reports on Thursday.
Contreras, who played a pivotal role in the Brewers' championship run, made the self-assessment with a tone that teammates and observers described as lighthearted rather than boastful. The 26-year-old Venezuelan backstop has emerged as one of the game's premier two-way catchers, combining offensive production with strong defensive metrics.
The World Series MVP award caps a breakthrough season for Contreras, who previously earned All-Star honors and a Silver Slugger award. His declaration, delivered with a smile, quickly became a talking point across baseball social media.
