Athletics third baseman Josh Donaldson was named American League Player of the Week for the first time in his career Monday, MLB.com reports.
The 27-year-old went 12 for 22 (.545) last week with seven doubles, 10 RBI, seven walks and four runs scored. He led all AL hitters in doubles and on-base percentage (.633).
Donaldson's week raised his batting average 73 points from .246 to .319 entering Monday. He also more than doubled his RBI total.
For the year, Donaldson is batting .319 with two homers, 10 doubles and 18 RBI.