Congratulations are in order for Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kazuma Okamoto, who earned a spot on Baseball America's "All-Rookie Team," which was released on Tuesday.

There was not a general consensus across the industry on Okamoto though, as MLB Pipeline actually put him on their Second-Team of rookies, naming Kevin McGonigle of the Detroit Tigers as their third baseman.

Regardless of the discrepancy, it was a great rookie season for Okamoto, who signed a four-year, $60 million deal with the Blue Jays after a successful career in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). 

Okamoto had six seasons of 30 homers or more in Japan and was expected to provide power to the Toronto lineup, and he did just that.

In 156 games, the right-handed slugger hit .232 with 33 homers and 92 RBIs, leading the team in both categories. Though the Blue Jays finished last in the majors in homers, Okamoto certainly did his part.

Unfortunately, those around him didn't. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. only hit nine home runs on the campaign, George Springer regressed and Anthony Santander was out for the season with a torn labrum. Addison Barger only played nine games. The Blue Jays were among the most injured teams in the entire league.

When Okamoto was being talked about as a free agent option last year, there were concerns that he would not be able to hit premium velocity, and while he did strike out 183 times, he showed that he had the ability to catch up to the fastball - and punish it.

From an awards standpoint, Okamoto will undoubtedly be up for the American League Rookie of the Year Award to be announced later this year. From a team standpoint, he figures to profile as the starting third baseman again in 2027.

However, if the Jays are confident in using Santander in the outfield at all, then there's a chance that Okamoto could see more time at the designated hitter spot if the Jays want to give him a day off/breather. He started 139 games at third base this season, 10 at first base and just three at DH.

Regardless, he'll be an integral part of the picture for a Jays team that is looking to rebound from a 79-83 season. Toronto finished last in the American League East, just ahead of the Orioles.