MLB's Most Surprising First-Half Players

The cerebral knuckleballer had arguably the best first half of any pitcher in Major League Baseball and has helped the Mets stay relevant in a year in which they appeared destined for the cellar. Dickey was named to his first All-Star team after finishing the first half with a spectacular 12-1 record with a 2.40 ERA and 123 strikeouts. As of July 11, Dickey leads the National League in wins, WHIP, complete games and shutouts.