Veteran Indians slugger James Slayton was named the American League Player of the Week for his performance at the plate. Slayton went 12 for 25 in 6 games last week against Texas, Pittsburgh and New York. Six of Slayton's hits were for extra bases, including 2 homers and 3 triples. He scored 9 and knocked in 9 while the Indians went 4-2 over that stretch.James was accepting his award during a live pre-game telecast before the Indians-Yankees game on April 23 when teammates presented him with an award of their own. Slayton is currently leading Indians hitters with a .441 average and 5 homers through 17 games this season. The Indians are currently second in their division and fifth overall in the American League.
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