By Jon Weisman

Justin Turner …

has become the 13th-best hitter in the National League this year with at least 250 plate appearances in weighted runs created (wRC+).

has an on-base percentage of .453, slugging percentage of .532 and OPS of .985 in 179 plate appearances since May 22.

leads the Major Leagues in batting average (.372) since May 22.

leads the Major Leagues in batting average with runners in scoring position for all of 2014 (.420).

An incredibly valuable player off the bench for the Dodgers this year.

Previously on Dodger Insider: The top Dodger bench players of the 21st century